Van Nicholas Astraeus Shimano Dura-Ace R9250 Di2 Disc 12-spd

In a road context, the speed rating is about holding pace with less effort once you're up to speed. Several build choices play a role, including all-round road tires that balance speed and comfort and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load. So overall, it's designed for a mix of riding rather than top-end pace. Some specs are missing, so parts of the estimate lean on typical defaults.

Uphill performance score: 2.3/10. Within Road bikes, this comes out below average. You may find yourself pushing a bit more on steeper grades. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 30.6 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~32% of them. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. It can climb, but you’ll likely prefer smoother pacing on longer hills. 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.

Seen as a race-focused option, coming in at 7.6/10 on aero, it’s in the fast-road aero territory so it rewards steady fast riding. The short version is: it’s built with speed in mind, with choices that reduce wind drag once you’re riding faster. Tyres around 32mm are a practical middle ground, with a small aero trade-off compared with narrower race tyres. Details like hidden cables and a cleaner cockpit can add up to small aero gains at speed. 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. Because handlebar height is roughly 133 mm lower than the saddle (very large drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 564 mm (long). Expect a lean angle around 45 degrees. Front-end spacers are estimated around 8 mm.

In Road, Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier; Seatpost details do not strongly point to a very locked-in or very flexible system. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket.

This scores 3.5/10 for comfort, so it feels more responsive than cushy out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Firm. It’s running about 32 mm tires on 700c wheels, and there’s a bit of cushion, but it still rides fairly direct on rough pavement on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is race-leaning (posture 7/10, torso ~45°), which puts more weight forward, so you notice more feedback through the hands and saddle.

This looks expensive compared with similar bikes. 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). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 56% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 32% of listings). Quick reference: €9.082 listed versus about €5.839 for a comparable build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

This bike is built for smooth pavement and fast road riding. The tire size is around 32 mm, which is typical for fast road setups. The wheel setup (700c) supports that direction.