Beargrease C XT

In MTB terms, the score is mostly about momentum on flats and climbs, rather than jump or drop capability. That's why it's a balanced setup rather than a pure speed machine. The biggest contributors are relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Climb score: 9.4/10. Within Mountain bikes, it lands near the top. The easiest gear is very spin-friendly on hills. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 15.9 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~94% versus similar bikes. “Gear inches” sounds nerdy, but it’s just a quick way to describe how easy your lowest gear is to turn uphill. Lower usually means easier. This kind of low gear helps you stay smooth on long or steep climbs. 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.

On suspension support it’s 1/10, marked “Minimal suspension”. Best when the ride surface is predictable and not choppy. It’s simple and responsive, with comfort largely coming from tires and rider input. It can feel quick and efficient, but less forgiving when the surface is rough. Over long rough stretches, the lack of suspension support is the main limiter. Rough sections will feel sharper and more direct than on bikes with more suspension support.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. You get this posture because bars are around 63 mm lower than the saddle, which is a moderate drop, and the forward stretch measures around 596 mm (very long). Estimated lean is about 31 degrees.

In Mountain, Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time. At the same time, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. So we classify it as Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 7.5/10, which usually translates to a comfortable ride. That’s why it’s labeled Comfortable. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~31°), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

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 30% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 25% of them. To anchor it: price €3.999 versus an estimated €3.071 for a similar build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

This bike is built for soft and loose ground where extra tire volume helps. Tires around 4.0 in usually mean it’s more confident on loose, soft surfaces (for example sand or snow). The Rigid setup supports this riding style.