Just a glance at the lab results gives you an idea: What could possibly go wrong with this chassis? The carbon frame weighs just 2.5 kilos (with shock), has a modern geometry, is stiff enough, convincingly finished and protected. No one else can do it better for the money. Because the standard tyres (2.25 Nobby Nic in the lightweight version) were criticised as unsuitable in another test magazine, Radon boss Chris Stahl reacted and gave Slide 8.0 customers a second set for free. The combination of 2.35 Nobby Nic in Trail compound and Rock Razor rear tyre in Pace compound makes the bike almost 300 grams heavier, but pays for this with riding fun - at least on our rocky Lake Garda tour. The suspension is plush, and the riding position and handling are among the best in the group. Ideal for riders who want to step on the gas. The Slide Carbon is also in the top group on climbs - and in a different league with the 2.25 series tyres.
ConclusionBest package in the test group. Frame, equipment, weight and handling are top. Best in test.
The alternative: There are no cheaper models of the Slide Carbon than the 8.0. Let's take a look at the 10.0 version, which is said to weigh 10.5 kilos, offers pure equipment luxury and costs 5199 euros.
