Raft Trail – Sram X01 mix 1x12sp

It's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits. On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. Key drivers include typical trail-width tires, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load.

Climb score: 7.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it lands above average. It’s set up for smooth spinning on steeper climbs. Your easiest gear lands around 17.8 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~52% versus similar bikes. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. 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.

For bump control, it’s 6/10 — “Confident trail control”. That typically means noticeably better bump absorption and more consistent tracking on rougher sections. Full suspension helps the bike stay calmer under braking and cornering on rough sections. It should feel noticeably calmer through repeated bumps and rough patches. Expect steadier tracking on rougher sections without feeling like a long-travel downhill setup.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. You get this posture because the front end is moderate, with ~63 mm of saddle-to-bar drop, with a very long stretch forward at ~620 mm. Estimated lean is about 31 degrees.

This front-end is not locked into a one-piece system, which helps adjustability, Less routing complexity makes swaps and adjustments more practical, and The listed seatpost details do not show clear restrictions or extra flexibility signals. So it lands in Moderately Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 6.9/10, which usually translates to a nicely smooth ride. That’s the reason it lands as Firm. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10, torso ~31°), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

This looks like a high asking price for the build level. 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 53% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 19% of them. Quick reference: €5.249 listed versus about €3.422 for a comparable build. Put simply: it’s priced more like a premium pick than a value buy.

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. The Full setup supports this riding style.