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.

Climbing rating: 3.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, this comes out below average. This setup leans heavily toward ‘push’ rather than ‘spin’ on climbs. 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. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. Weight is around 17.1 kg — on steep, slow climbs that extra mass becomes more noticeable. Expect more grinding on climbs than easy spinning. 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 rating is 10/10 — “Extreme rough-terrain ready”. This level targets big hits and very rough trails, prioritizing stability under repeated impacts. With suspension in the front and rear, the bike can stay more settled through repeated bumps. This is maximum composure territory: traction and control are the goal. 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.

This scores 8.7/10 for comfort, so it feels very smooth out on the road. For Downhill, it’s labeled Balanced. In absolute terms it’s very smooth; 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.

This setup is built to handle steep lines and heavy impacts. It has about 215 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which is useful for big hits and steeper descents. The Full setup supports this riding style.