Session 9

This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. So overall, it's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits. Several build choices play a role, including a heavier build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, typical trail-width tires, and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load.

Overall on climbs: 2.5/10. Within Mountain bikes, it lands below average. For hill work, the easiest gear is very tall. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 39.4 gear inches. This sits at the tough end — easier than only about ~2% of similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. Weight is around 17.7 kg — on steep, slow climbs that extra mass becomes more noticeable. On proper hills, you’ll feel it — this setup isn’t built to make climbing effortless. 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: 10/10, classed as “Extreme rough-terrain ready”. It’s intended for the roughest use cases, where suspension control is critical. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. This level is meant for the most demanding roughness, staying stable through repeated big impacts.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. You get this posture because you get a moderate drop: roughly 47 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 629 mm of stretch forward (very long). Estimated lean is about 28 degrees.

In Mountain / Downhill, Here is the simple reasoning behind the fit flexibility rating: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. At the same time, Round, standard seatposts are generally easier to adjust and swap. Overall, it falls into Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Comfort comes out to 8.7/10, which usually translates to a plush ride. Within Downhill, Balanced basically means 'less plush than the softest builds' even though the ride still feels plush. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10), which loads the front wheel, which feels great for control but a bit more direct through the bars.

This is priced well above what we’d usually expect for a similar setup. 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). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 79% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 7% of them. Quick reference: €8.400 listed versus about €4.692 for a comparable build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

This bike is made for very rough terrain, big hits, and bike-park riding. It has about 200 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.