M2

This off-road speed score leans toward efficient rolling, not downhill stability or comfort. It ends up here thanks to typical trail-width tires and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value. In combination, they decide how the bike feels when rolling along. On smoother terrain, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

On steep roads, it comes in at 8.0/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits above average. It’s set up for smooth spinning on steeper climbs. Your easiest gear lands around 17.3 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~60% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. 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.

Suspension capability comes out at 6/10. Bucket: “Confident trail control”. It’s built for clear bump absorption and more reliable wheel control on mixed surfaces. Front suspension handles most impacts, while the rear wheel tracks the ground directly. 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. Some measurements were missing, so part of this is estimated.

Overall, it falls into Adjustable. What drives the fit flexibility here: The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts. Another point: The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time.

Ride comfort is 6.6/10 — on a real ride it feels nicely smooth. That’s why it’s labeled Firm. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

Compared to similar bikes, this is priced very competitively. 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 parts list, it’s roughly 45% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. Against similar bikes of the same type and age, it’s usually on the cheaper side, beating about 88% of listings. Quick reference: €1.600 listed versus about €2.898 for a comparable build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 120 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Even though it’s tagged Trail, the setup fits Flow Trails better.