Bokeh Shimano

This road speed rating is tuned for paved riding - think steady fast tempo and easier acceleration. The setup that matters most here is all-round road tires that balance speed and comfort, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. All combined, they influence momentum - how hard it is to get moving and how hard it is to keep moving.

Overall on climbs: 4.6/10. Within Road bikes, it lands around the middle. It’s set up for smooth spinning on steeper climbs. Your easiest gear lands around 23.2 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~92% of them. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

In gravel terms, sitting at 4.7/10 for aero, it’s an all-round aero level 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. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. It’s a middle-ground feel: not the fastest possible in the wind, but not holding you back either.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. This is mainly because you get a large drop: roughly 89 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 549 mm of stretch forward (long). Expect a lean angle around 37 degrees.

Why this fit flexibility rating: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical - A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket.

Comfort comes out to 5.5/10, which usually translates to a moderately comfortable ride. So it’s tagged Balanced overall. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~37°), which keeps things neutral and easy to live with.

In simple terms, it comes out as ‘about right’ for the category. 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 13% above the typical level for similar builds. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 52% of listings). To anchor it: price €3.558 versus an estimated €3.162 for a similar build. Overall, it sits in the expected range for the category.

This bike is built for longer mixed-terrain days and rougher unpaved riding. The tire size is unknown in this entry, so the surface range is based on the clearest available signals. The wheel setup (650b) supports that direction.