HARDLINE C3

On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. Relative to performance-oriented builds, this build is shaped by a fairly average weight, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, typical trail-width tires, and mid-size wheels that balance agility and momentum.

Climbing rating: 9.5/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. On climbs, the lowest gear feels very easy. That lowest gear comes out around 17.3 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~64% for low-gear climbing. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. With about 13.5 kg to haul uphill, pacing matters more on longer grades. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. 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.

Overall suspension support: 8/10 (“High-impact ready”). It typically supports higher-speed rough sections where impacts stack up quickly. Full suspension means both ends can absorb impacts, helping the wheels track rough ground more consistently. It prioritizes stability at speed on rough ground. On choppy terrain, it can help the wheels track more consistently. When exact travel numbers aren’t available, we base this on the suspension layout and what’s typical for similar builds.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. Because you get a moderate drop: roughly 77 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 613 mm of stretch forward (very long). Estimated lean is about 34 degrees.

The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts. Also, A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Ride comfort is 8.2/10 — on a real ride it feels highly forgiving. For Enduro, it’s labeled Firm. In absolute terms it’s highly forgiving; it’s just not as sofa-soft as the most plush setups. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10, torso ~34°), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

This doesn’t look like the best deal once you compare it to similar builds. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). Based on the spec estimate, it’s about 22% above the typical level for similar builds. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 41% of listings). To anchor it: price €5.699 versus an estimated €4.653 for a similar build. Overall, it doesn’t look like the best value for the spec.

This setup suits steeper, rockier terrain and harder hits. 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.