HOBOOTLEG – MICROSHIFT

This road-focused speed score is primarily about smooth-surface momentum and top-end efficiency. The score is largely shaped by wider mixed-surface tires that add some drag, aerodynamics that help it hold speed once you're rolling, a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value, and a more tucked riding position that cuts wind resistance.

How it climbs: 2.8/10. Within Road bikes, it ranks below average. For hill work, the easiest gear is moderate. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 28.6 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~47% of them. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. A good middle-ground if you want mixed routes that include some 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.

Looking at it as a touring setup, with tyres around 37mm, sitting at 4.2/10 for aero, it’s more about composure than wind efficiency with less emphasis on airflow tricks. Put simply, it’s more about stability and everyday comfort than cutting through the wind. Tyres around 37mm are a practical middle ground, with a small aero trade-off compared with narrower race tyres. That typically translates to easy, confidence-inspiring riding rather than chasing speed in the wind.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. It feels this way because the front end is moderate, with ~79 mm of saddle-to-bar drop, with a long stretch forward at ~553 mm. You'll likely be near 35 degrees of lean.

Overall, it falls into Adjustable. Fit adjustability is shaped by a few key choices: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width. Plus, A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Ride comfort is 5.9/10 — on a real ride it feels balanced. So it’s tagged Balanced overall. It’s running about 37 mm tires on 700c wheels, and extra tire volume helps mute vibration and small bumps on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10, torso ~35°), which keeps things neutral and easy to live with.

Overall, this feels reasonably priced. 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). On the spec estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 57% of listings). To anchor it: price €1.785 versus an estimated €1.728 for a similar build. Bottom line: it’s a normal deal — not amazing, not terrible.

This bike is made for mixed routes: pavement plus smooth dirt or hardpack. The tire size is around 37 mm, which supports mixed routes without feeling slow on road. It’s listed as Touring, but the setup aligns better with All Road.