SOOT 20

It's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits. For road bikes, this score reflects how easily the bike carries speed on smooth tarmac. The main reasons are very wide tires that create extra drag, aerodynamics that help it hold speed once you're rolling, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value.

On steep roads, it comes in at 4.4/10. Within Road bikes, it lands around the middle. On climbs, the lowest gear feels very easy. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 23.8 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~86% 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. 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.

On the gravel side of things, with ~40mm tyres, coming in at 4.7/10 on aero, it lands in the ‘do-most-things-well’ aero zone so it works well across lots of riding. What that means on the road is: it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. Different categories trade aerodynamics against comfort and stability—gravel is part of that story. Tyres around 40mm are clearly aimed at comfort and control, and that usually adds some drag in the wind. Not every brand publishes the same detail, so this leans on the clearest available specs. That typically means solid everyday speed without forcing an aggressive position or race-only parts.

Comfort fit - a relaxed road posture that stays friendly on longer rides. Gravel geometry often balances comfort and control over rough surfaces. This is an estimate; exact fit varies by spacers and rider setup.

Why this fit flexibility rating: The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts, Internal routing is a mild hit to swap-and-go adjustability. Also, Standard seatpost sizing improves compatibility for different setbacks and lengths. Net result: Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

This scores 6.2/10 for comfort, so it feels comfortable out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. It’s running about 41 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 5/10), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

This is the kind of deal people usually notice quickly. 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 parts list, it’s roughly 26% 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 89% of listings. Quick reference: €1.259 listed versus about €1.710 for a comparable build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This bike is comfortable on gravel roads and unpaved back roads, and it still rides well on tarmac. The tire size is around 40 mm, which gives grip and control on loose gravel. Wheel choice (700c) fits the kind of surfaces this bike targets.