6061 Black Label v2 Pearl White

For road riding, the score leans toward outright pace rather than comfort-first priorities. Compared with comfort-biased setups, this build is shaped by narrow road tires that keep resistance low, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, and a basic drivetrain spec that prioritizes practicality over outright performance. That's why it's a balanced setup rather than a pure speed machine.

Overall on climbs: 1.8/10. Within Road bikes, it ranks near the bottom. The easiest gear is on the tall side for proper hills. The easiest gear works out to about 32.4 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~18% versus similar bikes. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. On proper hills, you’ll feel it — this setup isn’t built to make climbing effortless. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

For a track build, rated 9.2/10 for aero, it’s built with a ‘race the wind’ mindset especially on fast flats and windy days. In everyday language, it’s strongly speed-focused, designed to reduce wind drag when you’re riding fast. Tyres around 23mm fit a faster road setup and usually keep drag in check. Not every brand publishes the same detail, so this leans on the clearest available specs. On fast flats and windy days, it’s built to feel like it wastes less energy pushing air.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. Mostly geometry-based, with a small category-based estimate.

Net result: Adjustable. This front-end is not locked into a one-piece system, which helps adjustability, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. Plus, Standard sizing usually means more aftermarket options for dialing in fit.

This scores 1.5/10 for comfort, so it feels harsh on rough surfaces out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Race-Stiff. It’s running about 23 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 8/10), which puts more weight forward, so you notice more feedback through the hands and saddle.

For what you get, the price looks very hard to beat. 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 58% 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. To anchor it: price €699 versus an estimated €1.661 for a similar build. A few manufacturer details aren’t clearly published, so treat this as a best-effort estimate, not a precise verdict. Overall, it looks like a great-value pick in its category.

This bike is best when your rides stay on clean tarmac. Tires around 23 mm usually mean it’s tuned for smooth-road speed. The wheel setup (700c) supports that direction.