SKEEN TRAIL 9.0

It trades speed for comfort, durability, or practicality. This off-road speed rating describes how quickly the bike rolls under pedal power on smoother ground. The biggest contributors are a fairly average weight, typical trail-width tires, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Climbing rating: 9.5/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits near the top. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. That lowest gear comes out 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. Weight is around 13.8 kg, which you notice more on longer or slower climbs. 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. Full suspension means both ends can absorb impacts, helping the wheels track rough ground more consistently. This level usually brings more reliable wheel tracking on rough patches and repeated hits.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. This is an estimate; exact fit varies by spacers and rider setup.

In Mountain, That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket. Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability; Seatpost details do not strongly point to a very locked-in or very flexible system.

Comfort comes out to 7.6/10, which usually translates to a nicely smooth ride. It’s tagged Firm for Trail — it feels nicely smooth overall, but it’s on the firmer end compared with the plushest Trail builds. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

For what you get, the price looks very hard to beat. 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 comes in about 22% under the typical level for similar builds. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 75% of listings. Quick reference: €3.149 listed versus about €4.015 for a comparable build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This bike is built for everyday trails with a mix of roots, rocks, and turns. It has about 120 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which works well for everyday trails. Suspension type (Full) fits this kind of terrain.