FREERIDE-Editors-Choice: The best three Trailduro / All Mountain bikes on the market

These are our top 3

Propain Hugene

The Hugene from the Allgäu-based distributor Propain is already in its fourth model year, but is still up to date. As usual with Propain, you can customise your bike using the configurator on the website.

In our report in issue 4/22, in which we looked for the bike category with the most all-rounder genes, we put the Hugene to the test. Not without reason - the bike has already won a test and is a prime example of a trail enduro bike (our colleagues at BIKE call it "all-mountain"). On descents, the suspension eats up bumps like popcorn and generates plenty of traction and comfort. Root carpets, stone fields, off-road edges - bring it on, the Hugene eats it all up! In some sections we wished for a little more counter-pressure, but depending on the shock absorber, this can be counteracted. In previous comparison tests, the Hugene was one of the fastest bikes downhill. The bike also shines on tours and uphill. The steep steering and seat angle place the rider nicely in the centre of the bike. The light weight and the almost drive-neutral rear triangle do the rest. Very cool! Now all the bike needs is an extra dose of playfulness. Perhaps the successor, which will probably be released in 2025, will achieve this. Top: the online configurator.

CONCLUSION: Watch out, this is a real all-rounder bike! The Hugene can go up, along and downhill - and all at the highest level.

Propain Hugene CF 29 (getested model)

• Material: Carbon
• Suspension travel: 140/140 millimetres
• Wheel size: 29 inch
• Suspension: Fox 34 Performance / Fox X Evol Perf. Elite
• Gear system: Sram GX Eagle
• Brakes: Sram G2
• Wheels: Newmen Evolution A.30
• Tyres: Maxxis Dissector 3C MaxxTerra Exo+ / Maxxis Dissector 3C MaxxTerra Exo+
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Price: 4534 Euro
• Weight: 13.6 kilos (without pedals)

STRENGTHS
> Chassis
> Geometry
> Weight

WEAKNESSES
> Long chainstays
> Brake

Scor 4060 ST GX

Scor is the radical division of cross-country giant BMC. With Scor, the Swiss company has been offering fun-orientated bikes since 2021. The flagship model is the 4060, a clever idea: one frame, two wheels - the model is available as a long travel version (170/160 mm) and the ST (short travel) trail version presented here. The small-stroke trail bike 2030 has also recently become available.

The Scor 4060 impresses with its playful, feel-good geo. Not too nervous, not too smooth - the 4060 strikes the golden mean. The equipment is well thought out, the suspension is potent enough to master even rough descents. Here, the Ultimate suspension reacts calmly to trail obstacles and signals to the rider: "Let go!" The weight is light enough to also have fun on up-and-down trails. Depending on the area of use, the bike should be equipped with the right tyres. Uphills are comfortable thanks to the central riding position. A bike that is highly favoured by the FREERIDE editorial team.

CONCLUSION: The Scor 4060 is a trailduro paragon and also deadly chic. Super: the wide range of applications

Scor 4060 ST GX (tested model)

• Material: Carbon
• Suspension travel: 150/140 millimetres
• Wheel size: 29 inch
• Suspension: Rockshox Lyrik Ultimate RC2 / Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate
• Gear system: Sram GX Eagle
• Brakes: Sram Code RSC
• Wheels: DT Swiss EX 1700 Spline 30
• Tyres: Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxTerra / Maxxis Dissector 3C MaxxTerra Exo+ tyres
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Price: 6899 Euro
• Weight: 14.2 kilos (without pedals)

STRENGTHS
> Equipment
> Wide range of applications
> Chassis

WEAKNESSES
> Nix

Raaw Jibb

As is well known, Raaw prioritises durability as well as riding fun. The new Jibb V2 comes with large, double-sealed bearings and easily accessible cable pulls. Aluminium only, of course.

With so much investment in longevity, the weight of 15.6 kilograms is a little easier to get over. There is also room for improvement in the specification (e.g. tyres). Raaw only offers the Jibb as a frame kit and as a partial build anyway. On the trail, the bike lives up to its name. The handling is balanced and safe. The suspension responds very sensitively and, considering the short suspension travel, offers an astonishing amount of absorption with a pleasant progression towards the end of the travel. On small bumps and berms, the rear end offers enough counter-pressure and plenty of pop to actively use every root or rock to pull away. Uphill, the Jibb takes it easy due to its weight. Unfortunately, you have to pull hard on the handlebars for manuals.

CONCLUSION: The Jibb V2 is a successful trail enduro bike with a tapered chassis. Good handling, unfortunately a little heavy.

Raaw Jibb V2 (tested model)

• Material: Aluminium
• Suspension travel: 150/140 millimetres
• Wheel size: 29 inch
• Suspension: Fox 36 Factory / Fox X Factory
• Gear system: Shimano XT
• Brakes: Sram Code RSC
• Wheels: Newmen Evolution A.30
• Tyres: Maxxis Assegai MaxxGrip Exo+ / Maxxis Minion DHR II MaxxTerra Exo+ tyres
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Price: 2790 Euro (frame)
• Weight: 15.6 kilos (without pedals)

STRENGTHS
> Service friendliness
> Geometry
> Chassis (!)

WEAKNESSES
> Long chainstays
> Weight

More favourite bikes from the FREERIDE editorial team in this bike category:

• Specialised Stumpjumper 15
• Canyon Spectral CF 9.0
• YT Jeffsy Core 4