Scalpel 3

This off-road speed rating describes how quickly the bike rolls under pedal power on smoother ground. Key drivers include typical trail-width tires and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. Those ingredients add up to a setup that either preserves speed or bleeds it off. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

How it climbs: 8.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. The easiest gear is very spin-friendly on hills. Your easiest gear lands around 16.9 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~77% of them. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. 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: 6/10, classed as “Confident trail control”. That typically means noticeably better bump absorption and more consistent tracking on rougher sections. Both ends absorb impacts, improving how consistently the tires can follow rough terrain. Expect steadier tracking on rougher sections without feeling like a long-travel downhill setup.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. Based on full geometry data.

This rating is mainly driven by the parts that affect adjustability: Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time - Internal routing looks tidy but can make cockpit changes a bit more fiddly. Overall, it is Moderately Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

This scores 7.7/10 for comfort, so it feels plush out on the road. It’s tagged Balanced for Trail — it feels plush overall, but it’s on the firmer end compared with the plushest Trail builds. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

For the spec, this is priced well into premium territory. 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). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 38% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 28% of listings). Quick reference: €5.249 listed versus about €3.794 for a comparable build. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This setup suits typical singletrack and varied natural terrain. It has about 120 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which works well for everyday trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.