Touring LTD

It's tuned for reliability and control rather than maximum speed. For road bikes, the speed score favors setups that waste less energy at higher speeds. The main reasons are a heavier build, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, wider mixed-surface tires that add some drag, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value.

Overall on climbs: 4.7/10. Within Road bikes, it sits around the middle. The low gear is workable, but not super easy on steep ramps. The easiest gear works out to about 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. With about 14.5 kg to haul uphill, pacing matters more on longer grades. 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.

Seen as a touring option, with geometry that’s fairly neutral, at 4.0/10 for aerodynamics, wind-cutting speed isn’t the main theme so outright speed on exposed flats isn’t the goal. Put simply, it’s more about stability and everyday comfort than cutting through the wind. Tyres around 40mm are clearly aimed at comfort and control, and that usually adds some drag in the wind. In real riding, it usually feels steady and comfortable, with less advantage on open flats or into a headwind.

Comfort fit - a relaxed road posture that stays friendly on longer rides. Because the front end is moderate, with ~77 mm of saddle-to-bar drop, with a long stretch forward at ~546 mm. Estimated lean is about 35 degrees.

What drives the fit flexibility here: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, Less routing complexity makes swaps and adjustments more practical. Another point: The listed seatpost details do not show clear restrictions or extra flexibility signals. Net result: Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Comfort comes out to 6.4/10, which usually translates to a comfortable ride. That’s the reason it lands as Balanced. It’s running about 40 mm tires on 700c wheels, and wider tires let you drop pressure a touch, which smooths out rough pavement on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10, torso ~35°), which keeps things neutral and easy to live with.

From a value angle, this comes out as a standout deal. 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 parts list, it’s roughly 49% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 79% of listings. To anchor it: price €1.058 versus an estimated €2.065 for a similar build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This bike sits between a pure road bike and a gravel bike for mixed-surface riding. Tires around 40 mm are a good middle ground for varied surfaces. It’s listed as Touring, but the setup aligns better with All Road.