FLITE 700

It's not at the sharpest end of outright speed. For road bikes, this score reflects how easily the bike carries speed on smooth tarmac. The biggest contributors are 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. Over a longer ride, it tends to feel more lively when you increase the pace.

If your rides include hills, it rates 3.8/10 for climbing. Within Road bikes, this comes out below average. The easiest gear leans spin-friendly when it tilts up. That lowest gear comes out around 25.5 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~72% of them. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

In race-focused terms, rated 7.5/10 for aero, it’s in the fast-road aero territory so it rewards steady fast riding. What that means on the road is: it’s built with speed in mind, with choices that reduce wind drag once you’re riding faster. Its race label helps explain the balance between speed, comfort, and versatility. This tyre size generally plays nicely with aero goals compared with very wide all-road tyres. Details like hidden cables and a cleaner cockpit can add up to small aero gains at speed. Different brands share different amounts of detail, so this uses the most consistent cues that are available. When you’re riding quickly, this kind of design can feel easier to keep rolling at the same speed.

Sporty fit - more tuck for efficiency, but still manageable for many riders. Some measurements were missing, so part of this is estimated.

In Road / Race, Overall, it is Moderately Adjustable. What drives the fit flexibility here: The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts. Another point: Because cables are routed internally, adjustments may take more work. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Comfort comes out to 3.0/10, which usually translates to a quite direct ride. That’s the reason it lands as Firm. It’s running about 28 mm tires on 700c wheels, and narrow tires usually mean higher pressure, so more buzz comes through on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is race-leaning (posture 7/10), which tends to feel more direct, especially over rougher sections.

This is the kind of deal people usually notice quickly. 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). 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 87% of listings. Quick reference: €2.599 listed versus about €3.525 for a comparable build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This bike is best when your rides stay on clean tarmac. The tire size is around 28 mm, which is typical for fast road setups. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.