Rakan 29 LT 1.5

This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. It trends this way because of typical trail-width tires, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value. Put together, they influence both acceleration and the effort needed to hold speed.

Overall on climbs: 8.4/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks above average. On climbs, the lowest gear feels very easy. The easiest gear works out to about 17.1 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~69% for low-gear climbing. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. 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.

On suspension support it’s 8/10, marked “High-impact ready”. It typically supports higher-speed rough sections where impacts stack up quickly. Both ends absorb impacts, improving how consistently the tires can follow rough terrain. This level is meant to keep the bike composed when hits are bigger and frequent. On rough trails, this level aims to keep the bike settled under braking and cornering through repeated hits.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. It feels this way because you get a moderate drop: roughly 45 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 646 mm of stretch forward (extreme). Plan for roughly 28 degrees of lean.

Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time. Also, Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability. So it lands in Moderately Adjustable. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Comfort comes out to 8.3/10, which usually translates to a plush ride. For Enduro, 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 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 the kind of deal people usually notice quickly. 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). Based on the spec estimate, it comes in about 18% under the typical level for similar builds. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 84% of listings. To anchor it: price €3.499 versus an estimated €4.273 for a similar build. Put simply: this is strong value for what’s included.

This setup suits steeper, rockier terrain and harder hits. It has about 150 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which helps on rough, technical trails. The Full setup supports this riding style.