V10 S 29 / Carbon CC

On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. It trends this way because of a heavier build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, typical trail-width tires, and mid-size wheels that balance agility and momentum. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

On steep roads, it comes in at 3.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks below average. On steep gradients, you’ll be grinding more than spinning. The easiest gear works out to about 33.4 gear inches. Most comparable bikes have an easier low gear; this is easier than only about ~4% of them. “Gear inches” sounds nerdy, but it’s just a quick way to describe how easy your lowest gear is to turn uphill. Lower usually means easier. At about 17.1 kg, it’s a heavy build; the low gear matters even more when the slope kicks up. This is happiest on flatter terrain; steep stuff will feel demanding. Specs can vary by size and build, and some manufacturer details aren’t always published, so treat this as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.

Suspension effectiveness is 10/10. That aligns with “Extreme rough-terrain ready”. This level targets big hits and very rough trails, prioritizing stability under repeated impacts. Both ends absorb impacts, improving how consistently the tires can follow rough terrain. This level is meant for the most demanding roughness, staying stable through repeated big impacts.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. This is mainly because you get a very small drop: roughly 23 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 619 mm of stretch forward (very long). Expect a lean angle around 25 degrees.

Fit adjustability is shaped by a few key choices: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability. Plus, The listed seatpost details do not show clear restrictions or extra flexibility signals. Overall, it falls into Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 8.7/10, which usually translates to a plush ride. For Downhill, it’s labeled Balanced. In absolute terms it’s plush; it’s just not as sofa-soft as the most plush setups. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

It’s hard to see the value at this asking price. 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 44% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 21% of them. To anchor it: price €7.149 versus an estimated €4.982 for a similar build. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This bike is made for very rough terrain, big hits, and bike-park riding. It has about 215 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which is useful for big hits and steeper descents. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.