Session 9 X01

This off-road speed score leans toward efficient rolling, not downhill stability or comfort. The setup that matters most here is a heavier build, 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. That's why it's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits.

Overall on climbs: 2.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits below average. For hill work, the easiest gear is very tall. That lowest gear comes out around 36.7 gear inches. This sits at the tough end — easier than only about ~3% of similar bikes. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. Weight is around 18.1 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. 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.

For bump control, it’s 10/10 — “Extreme rough-terrain ready”. It’s intended for the roughest use cases, where suspension control is critical. Full suspension helps the bike stay calmer under braking and cornering on rough sections. This level is meant for the most demanding roughness, staying stable through repeated big impacts.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. Because you get a very small drop: roughly 38 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 638 mm of stretch forward (very long). Plan for roughly 27 degrees of lean.

What affects adjustability on this bike: Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability. Also, A round post makes fit changes simpler than proprietary shapes. Overall, it falls into Adjustable.

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 forward, attacking (posture 7/10), which loads the front wheel, which feels great for control but a bit more direct through the bars.

You’re paying a big premium here versus similar builds. 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 12% of them. To anchor it: price €8.400 versus an estimated €4.692 for a similar build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

This setup is built to handle steep lines and heavy impacts. 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.