Troy Deore 12S

This off-road speed rating describes how quickly the bike rolls under pedal power on smoother ground. Relative to performance-oriented builds, this build is shaped by a heavier build, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

On steep roads, it comes in at 9.1/10. Within Mountain bikes, this comes out near the top. The easiest gear is very spin-friendly on hills. The easiest gear works out to about 16.9 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~77% versus similar bikes. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. With about 15.6 kg to haul uphill, pacing matters more on longer grades. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. 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.

On the suspension scale, it comes in at 7/10 — “High-impact ready”. It’s designed to stay composed through rough sections and repeated hits. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. It prioritizes stability at speed on rough ground. On choppy terrain, it can help the wheels track more consistently. This is meant for rougher terrain where repeated impacts demand stable wheel tracking.

Sporty fit - a performance-leaning position that encourages speed. That's driven by the front end is moderate, with ~46 mm of saddle-to-bar drop, with a extreme stretch forward at ~642 mm. Expect a lean angle around 28 degrees.

In Mountain / Trail, Fit adjustability is shaped by a few key choices: 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 details do not strongly point to a very locked-in or very flexible system. Overall, it is Moderately Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

This scores 8.1/10 for comfort, so it feels very smooth out on the road. That’s the reason it lands as Comfortable. 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.

Nothing screams bargain or rip-off here. 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 estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 59% of listings). To anchor it: price €3.399 versus an estimated €3.377 for a similar build. Put simply: you’re paying roughly what similar bikes tend to cost.

This bike is built for everyday trails with a mix of roots, rocks, and turns. It has about 140 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which works well for everyday trails. Suspension type (Full) fits this kind of terrain.