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On asphalt, it's mainly a question of resistance and efficiency, and that's what the score summarizes. All else equal, it's tuned for reliability and control rather than maximum speed. Several build choices play a role, including wider mixed-surface tires that add some 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 2.6/10. Within Road bikes, it sits below average. On climbs, the lowest gear feels moderate. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 28.7 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~40% 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. A good middle-ground if you want mixed routes that include some hills. 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.

Aero-wise, at 4.8/10, it’s tuned for mixed riding rather than pure aero focus without demanding big compromises elsewhere. 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. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. The wheels are on the shallower side (around 22mm), so frame shapes and position likely matter more than wheel depth here. These wheels lean more toward stability and versatility than pure aero. In practice, it’s a balanced setup: decent in the wind without demanding big compromises elsewhere.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. This is mainly because there's about 86 mm of drop to the bars (large), with roughly 543 mm of forward stretch to the bar (long). Expect a lean angle around 37 degrees.

Net result: Adjustable. The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts, and Hidden cables usually add a little friction when you swap bars or stems. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Ride comfort is 5.0/10 — on a real ride it feels fairly neutral. That’s the reason it lands as Firm. It’s running about 35 mm tires on 700c wheels, and wider tires let you drop pressure a touch, which smooths out rough pavement on rough lanes and gravel patches. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10, torso ~37°), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

Compared to similar bikes, this is priced very competitively. 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 30% 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 91% of listings. To anchor it: price €1.299 versus an estimated €1.862 for a similar build. Put simply: this is strong value for what’s included.

This setup works well when your ride switches between tarmac and easy unpaved sections. Tires around 35 mm are a good middle ground for varied surfaces. It’s listed as Gravel, but the setup aligns better with All Road.