Epic World Cup Pro

In MTB terms, the score is mostly about momentum on flats and climbs, rather than jump or drop capability. The score is largely shaped by a very light build, a lighter-feeling build that helps when you're pedaling for speed, typical trail-width tires, and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Uphill performance score: 9.9/10. Within Mountain bikes, this comes out near the top. It’s set up for smooth spinning on steeper climbs. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 17.7 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~57% versus similar bikes. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. At about 10.1 kg, it’s in a normal range, so gearing matters more than weight swings here. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Suspension rating is 5/10 — “Confident trail control”. This usually points to stronger bump control and steadier tracking when the surface gets choppy. With suspension in the front and rear, the bike can stay more settled through repeated bumps. Expect steadier tracking on rougher sections without feeling like a long-travel downhill setup.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. Because handlebar height is roughly 67 mm lower than the saddle (moderate drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 622 mm (very long). Plan for roughly 32 degrees of lean. Front-end spacers are estimated around 11 mm.

In Mountain / Crosscountry, Fit flexibility summary: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, Internal cable routing can slow down fit-related part changes. Another point: Micro-adjust hardware helps dial in comfort with small changes. So it lands in Moderately Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

This scores 7.2/10 for comfort, so it feels easygoing over rough patches out on the road. That’s the reason it lands as Comfortable. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10, torso ~32°), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

This is priced well above what we’d usually expect for a similar setup. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 164% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 10% of them. To anchor it: price €9.451 versus an estimated €3.587 for a similar build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 75 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Suspension type (Full) fits this kind of terrain.