Release 5C

On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. The main reasons are typical trail-width tires, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, mid-size wheels that balance agility and momentum, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Uphill performance score: 7.8/10. Within Mountain bikes, this comes out above average. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. The easiest gear works out to about 17.6 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~57% of them. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. This kind of low gear helps you stay smooth on long or steep climbs. 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.

For bump control, it’s 7/10 — “High-impact ready”. That usually means it’s built for harder hits and rougher trails with steadier wheel tracking. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. It prioritizes stability at speed on rough ground. This level is meant to keep the bike composed when hits are bigger and frequent. Travel is how far the suspension can move when it hits a bump — here it’s about 150 mm up front. As a rule of thumb, more travel gives more headroom for bigger impacts.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. This is mainly because bars are around 76 mm lower than the saddle, which is a moderate drop, and the forward stretch measures around 603 mm (very long). You'll likely be near 34 degrees of lean.

In Mountain, Why this fit flexibility rating: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. At the same time, Seatpost info looks fairly neutral, so most fit change comes from cockpit choices. So we classify it as Adjustable. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Comfort comes out to 7.8/10, which usually translates to a plush ride. 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 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). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 30% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 36% of listings). Quick reference: €5.850 listed versus about €4.490 for a comparable build. Bottom line: you may be paying extra versus similar options.

This bike is built for everyday trails with a mix of roots, rocks, and turns. It has about 130 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which works well for everyday trails. Suspension type (Full) fits this kind of terrain.