Roadmachine FOUR

For road-style bikes, the score is a proxy for how fast the build feels on normal pavement. That's why it's neither sluggish nor razor-fast - more of a versatile middle ground. The setup that matters most here is a fairly average weight, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, all-round road tires that balance speed and comfort, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Climb score: 7.4/10. Within Road bikes, it sits above average. For hill work, the easiest gear is moderate. The easiest gear works out to about 27.0 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~58% of them. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. Weight is around 8.6 kg, which is typical for this kind of build. It can climb, but you’ll likely prefer smoother pacing on longer hills. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Category-wise (endurance), aero-wise, at 6.4/10, it balances some streamlining with versatility so it feels ‘quick enough’ without being a pure aero build. In everyday language, it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. That typically means solid everyday speed without forcing an aggressive position or race-only parts. Real-world aero also depends on posture and setup, not just the published frame details.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. Because handlebar height is roughly 83 mm lower than the saddle (large drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 555 mm (long). Estimated lean is about 36 degrees. Endurance bikes often keep the front end a bit higher for longer rides.

Fit flexibility summary: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. At the same time, Because the seatpost is non-standard, you typically have fewer replacement and setback options. Overall, it falls into Adjustable. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Comfort comes out to 4.7/10, which usually translates to a moderately comfortable ride. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. It’s running about 30 mm tires on 700c wheels, and it softens the edges a little, without feeling plush on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~36°), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

This feels like you’re paying extra for the same kind of bike. 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 24% above the typical level for similar builds. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 46% of listings). To anchor it: price €4.409 versus an estimated €3.556 for a similar build. Bottom line: you may be paying extra versus similar options.

This bike is built for smooth pavement and fast road riding. The tire size is around 30 mm, which is typical for fast road setups. Even though it’s tagged Endurance, the spec pushes it toward Road Only.