TCX, Advanced Pro 1

On the road, small changes in drag and tire resistance add up, and this score captures that effect. As a result, it tends to feel slower when you try to hold a high tempo. The setup that matters most here is wider mixed-surface tires that add some drag, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Climb score: 2.5/10. Within Road bikes, this comes out below average. On climbs, the lowest gear feels tall. Your easiest gear lands around 30.0 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~36% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. It can climb, but you’ll likely prefer smoother pacing on longer hills. 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.

Sitting at 5.5/10 for aero, it aims for usable speed without big trade-offs without demanding big compromises elsewhere. In everyday language, it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. Rims around 35mm are more of an all-round choice than a pure aero choice. That wheel depth is more all-round than purely aero-focused. Specs can vary by market and model year, so the summary follows the strongest published signals. That typically means solid everyday speed without forcing an aggressive position or race-only parts.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. This is mainly because the cockpit sits 107 mm below the saddle (a large drop), and the cockpit stretches you forward by ~552 mm (long). Estimated lean is about 40 degrees.

In Road, Main reasons for the fit flexibility result: This front-end is not locked into a one-piece system, which helps adjustability, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts, and A proprietary post often means fewer off-the-shelf alternatives. Net result: Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Comfort comes out to 4.7/10, which usually translates to a balanced ride. That’s the reason it lands as Firm. It’s running about 33 mm tires on 700c wheels, and extra tire volume helps mute vibration and small bumps on rough lanes and gravel patches. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~40°), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

In simple terms, it comes out as ‘about right’ for the category. 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 estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 50% of listings). To anchor it: price €4.800 versus an estimated €4.619 for a similar build. Overall, it sits in the expected range for the category.

This bike is ready for gravel roads while staying efficient on paved stretches. Tires around 33 mm are well suited for gravel roads and unpaved connectors. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.