CHAMELEON S MX / Aluminum

It sits toward the faster end for comparable bikes. On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. Most of the story comes from a fairly average weight, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. On smoother terrain, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Climb score: 9.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. The easiest gear works out to about 17.3 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~60% of them. “Gear inches” sounds nerdy, but it’s just a quick way to describe how easy your lowest gear is to turn uphill. Lower usually means easier. Weight is around 12.9 kg, which you notice more on longer or slower climbs. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. 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.

Suspension rating is 6/10 — “Confident trail control”. This usually points to stronger bump control and steadier tracking when the surface gets choppy. It’s a common compromise: calmer front wheel, efficient rear end. Expect more grip and stability compared with basic bump-control setups. It should keep the bike more controlled on mixed surfaces, especially through repeated small-to-medium impacts.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. That's driven by the front end is very small, with ~27 mm of saddle-to-bar drop, with a very long stretch forward at ~624 mm. Estimated lean is about 25 degrees.

That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket. This bike's adjustability comes down to cockpit, routing, and seat setup: Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time - Having a dropper increases how adaptable the bike feels in different situations. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Ride comfort is 7.1/10 — on a real ride it feels comfortable. That’s the reason it lands as Firm. It’s running about 127 mm tires on 29" wheels, and the big tires calm small hits and take the edge off trail chatter on roots, rocks, braking bumps, and repeated hits. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

In simple terms, it comes out as ‘about right’ for the category. 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). Based on the spec estimate, it’s about 8% above the typical level for similar builds. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 53% of listings). To anchor it: price €3.359 versus an estimated €3.107 for a similar build. Put simply: you’re paying roughly what similar bikes tend to cost.

This setup is designed to stay stable and grippy on softer surfaces. The tires are about 5.0 in, which helps it float and find grip on soft ground (like sand, snow, or deep mud). Even though it’s tagged Trail, the setup fits Soft Terrain better.