RocketMAX Mullet / Gold XT

It's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits. This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. Several build choices play a role, including typical trail-width tires and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Uphill performance score: 8.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. The easiest gear works out to about 16.9 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~77% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Real-world feel depends on setup and size, and some details aren’t always listed, so this is best seen as a well-informed estimate.

Suspension rating is 8/10 — “High-impact ready”. This level is aimed at repeated impacts and rougher terrain, keeping the bike more settled at speed. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. Expect stronger control when braking and cornering on rough terrain. It’s designed to stay composed when impacts come quickly one after another, especially at higher speeds.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. Because you get a very small drop: roughly 18 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 642 mm of stretch forward (extreme). Expect a lean angle around 24 degrees.

In Mountain, Why this fit flexibility rating: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time, and Seatpost info looks fairly neutral, so most fit change comes from cockpit choices. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket.

This scores 8.4/10 for comfort, so it feels highly forgiving out on the road. It’s tagged Balanced for Enduro — it feels highly forgiving overall, but it’s on the firmer end compared with the plushest Enduro builds. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

For the spec, this is priced well into premium territory. 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 44% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 25% of listings). To anchor it: price €7.202 versus an estimated €5.002 for a similar build. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This bike is built for rougher, more technical trails where control matters. It has about 160 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which helps on rough, technical trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.