Mesa 2

For mountain bikes, this is about pedaling and rolling speed on firm trails or hardpack, not downhill confidence. The score is largely shaped by relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value. On smoother terrain, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Climbing rating: 7.4/10. Within Mountain bikes, it lands above average. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 18.0 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~47% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

Suspension: 4/10, classed as “Basic bump control”. That level is aimed at smoothing smaller bumps and keeping steering steadier. The fork does the smoothing; the rear stays straightforward and efficient. It reduces small deflections, but it won’t erase bigger hits. You’ll get better control on light roughness, but larger impacts can still unsettle the bike.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. This is an estimate; exact fit varies by spacers and rider setup.

What drives the fit flexibility here: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts; A round post makes fit changes simpler than proprietary shapes. So we classify it as Adjustable.

Ride comfort is 6.7/10 — on a real ride it feels easygoing over rough patches. So it’s tagged Comfortable overall. It’s running about 94 mm tires on 27.5" wheels, and the high-volume tires add a lot of damping and grip on roots, rocks, braking bumps, and repeated hits. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

This looks like a great buy for the spec on paper. The value score is 1–10. Higher means better value for money; lower means the price is high for what you get. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). Based on the parts list, it’s roughly 44% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 78% of listings. To anchor it: price €629 versus an estimated €1.123 for a similar build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 80 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.