Touring Disc

For road bikes, this score reflects how easily the bike carries speed on smooth tarmac. The biggest contributors are 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. Put simply, it's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits.

Climb score: 3.3/10. Within Road bikes, it sits below average. On climbs, the lowest gear feels moderate. Your easiest gear lands around 27.0 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~58% 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. 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.

At 4.2/10 for aerodynamics, given a fairly neutral posture, it prioritizes confidence and control over drag reduction so the speed payoff comes more from pacing than aero help. What that means on the road is: it’s more about stability and everyday comfort than cutting through the wind. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. That typically translates to easy, confidence-inspiring riding rather than chasing speed in the wind.

Comfort fit - comfort-leaning without feeling sluggish. It feels this way because handlebar height is roughly 58 mm lower than the saddle (moderate drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 545 mm (long). Plan for roughly 31 degrees of lean. Estimated spacers: ~27 mm.

This rating is mainly driven by the parts that affect adjustability: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical - Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Comfort comes out to 5.5/10, which usually translates to a moderately comfortable ride. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. It’s running about 35 mm tires on 700c wheels, and extra tire volume helps mute vibration and small bumps on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is upright (posture 4/10), which makes long rides feel easier on the body.

Nothing screams bargain or rip-off here. 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 estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 35% of listings). Quick reference: €1.499 listed versus about €1.601 for a comparable build. Overall, it sits in the expected range for the category.

This bike is made for mixed routes: pavement plus smooth dirt or hardpack. Tires around 35 mm are a good middle ground for varied surfaces. Even though it’s tagged Touring, the spec pushes it toward All Road.