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- Leichtes Kinder-MTB mit Alu-Rahmen, Starrgabel, breiten 24"x2,1-Reifen und hydraulischen Scheibenbremsen für einfache Waldwege.
- Geometrie mit flachem Lenkwinkel, niedriger Überstandshöhe und kindgerechtem Cockpit soll Sicherheit und Kontrolle für Kids bieten.
- Gute, kindgerechte Details, aber im Preis-Leistungs-Gewichts-Vergleich bieten Mitbewerber leichtere und teils besser ausgestattete Modelle.

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- 32-inch Leovelo Goliath hardtail: hand-built steel frame, 11.52 kg, designed for marathon/touring use, with a focus on individual customisation.  
- Lab: very good riding comfort, adequate stiffness, but high wheel inertia; geometry designed differently, flatter head angle, shorter reach.  
- In practice: exceptionally smooth ride, excellent rolling and climbing performance, great riding enjoyment and control, but stack and head angle too extreme for racing.

32-inch – A DIY hardtail put to the test: Love at first ride or a rude awakening?

- The key factors for a good hardtail are modern geometry, the right components (suspension fork, tyres, dropper post) and a well-balanced overall package.
- The bike must be suited to its intended use: XC/touring for easy routes, trail hardtails for technical trails; overly extreme geometries are a disadvantage.
- Key specifications: air suspension fork, wide 29" tyres from 2.3" upwards, dropper post, low weight (<11 kg for XC, <13.5 kg for trail) and a reasonable budget starting at around €2,000.

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- Pelago Thörsmörk: a versatile steel hardtail for expeditions and trails, available as a complete bike from €1,999, weight approx. 14.3 kg (size S).
- Frame and fork made from 4130 chromoly steel, modern trail geometry with a 66.5° head angle, short 432 mm chainstays, tyre clearance up to 29x2.8".
- Versatile spec: Shimano Deore 1x12, hydraulic Deore disc brakes (180 mm), mounting points for luggage, mudguard compatibility, 130 kg maximum load capacity.

Pelago Thórsmörk steel hardtail: The better gravel bike?

- In 2026, Silverback will launch the Silver Series, comprising two e-bikes (the SilverRider MTB+ and FAT) based on an S-shaped, seat-tube-less S-Tec frame structure.
- Both models feature a Shimano EP801 motor, an 820 Wh BMZ battery, integrated lighting, USB-C and internally routed cables, and are priced at €4,299 each.
- Manufactured in Germany in small batches from recycled aluminium alloys, with a focus on comfort, vibration damping and local, environmentally conscious production chains.

Silverback Silver Series: 2 e-MTBs with an innovative frame design

- Inexpensive hardtail for 500 euros with modern, flat geometry, well-made aluminium frame and large dealer network, but high overall weight.
- Outdated 2x8 drivetrain, heavy bike (14.7 kg) and narrow house tyres significantly slow down efficiency, comfort and climbing characteristics.
- Weak SR Suntour suspension fork and small Shimano brake discs reduce control; suitable for easy tours, less for ambitious sport.

The Cube Aim One in review: MTB hardtail for 499 euros

- Carbon hardtail with 100 mm suspension fork, carbon wheels, wireless shifting and many bikepacking options for 3199 euros
- Versatile alternative to a gravel bike: high comfort, good riding control, wide range of uses from training to bikepacking
- Modern, smooth-running geometry and high comfort are offset by a relatively heavy frame and a stiff aluminium seat post

Canyon Exceed CF 8 carbon hardtail review: The clever alternative to a gravel bike

- Mondraker KAOZ: dirt jump hardtail with 26" wheels, single-speed drivetrain, stealth aluminium frame and sliding dropouts for variable chainstay length.  
- Split-forged bottom bracket, stiffened front end, internal cable routing and extended brake line are aimed at high durability and tricks such as barspins/tailwhips.  
- Equipped with RockShox Pike DJ, SRAM Descendant cranks, SRAM DB8 brakes, DT Swiss D1900 wheels; weight 11.2 kg, price € 2,199, frameset € 699.

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- Editor Jan Timmermann builds one of the first 32-inch mountain bikes, the Leovelo Goliath, with exclusive tuning and standard parts.
- He solders the steel frame himself, helps laminate the carbon wheels and visits the fork manufacturer before all the parts are assembled.
- The build is emotionally charged; every detail is carefully chosen and reminds him of the elaborate do-it-yourself creation story.

Project Goliath: 32-inch hardtail in the Dreambuild

- The Leovelo Goliath is a 32-inch steel hardtail with an upside-down fork, carbon monocoque wheels and a total weight of 11.52 kg.  
- Specialised manufacturers such as Intend, Vecnum, Bike Ahead, Maxxis, Sram and Wolftooth are involved in the construction, in some cases with specially adapted lightweight parts.  
- The focus is on early 32-inch players and brands with transparent, local production that fit in well with the do-it-yourself character of the project.

32-inch steel hardtail with 11.5 kilos: Leovelo Goliath in the bike check

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Hardtail mountain bike - The most important information

Specialized Riprock 24 im Check
Kinder-Bike aus Kalifornien

It doesn’t all have to be about e-bikes
7 mountain bike highlights from Eurobike 2026

Review
Specialized Chisel Hardtail Comp – a lightweight aluminium hardtail and a hidden gem

32-inch – A DIY hardtail put to the test
Love at first ride or a rude awakening?

7 tips for buying a hardtail mountain bike
How can I tell if a hardtail MTB is a good one?

Pelago Thórsmörk steel hardtail
The better gravel bike?

Silverback Silver Series
2 e-MTBs with an innovative frame design

The Cube Aim One in review
MTB hardtail for 499 euros

Canyon Exceed CF 8 carbon hardtail review
The clever alternative to a gravel bike

New Mondraker KAOZ dirt bike
One gear, 26 inches, and the licence to fly

Project Goliath
32-inch hardtail in the Dreambuild

32-inch steel hardtail with 11.5 kilos
Leovelo Goliath in the bike check

Hardtail mountain bike - The most important information

Specialized Riprock 24 im CheckKinder-Bike aus Kalifornien

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ReviewSpecialized Chisel Hardtail Comp – a lightweight aluminium hardtail and a hidden gem

32-inch – A DIY hardtail put to the testLove at first ride or a rude awakening?

7 tips for buying a hardtail mountain bikeHow can I tell if a hardtail MTB is a good one?

Pelago Thórsmörk steel hardtailThe better gravel bike?

Silverback Silver Series2 e-MTBs with an innovative frame design

The Cube Aim One in reviewMTB hardtail for 499 euros

Canyon Exceed CF 8 carbon hardtail reviewThe clever alternative to a gravel bike

New Mondraker KAOZ dirt bikeOne gear, 26 inches, and the licence to fly

Project Goliath32-inch hardtail in the Dreambuild

32-inch steel hardtail with 11.5 kilosLeovelo Goliath in the bike check

Specialized Riprock 24 im Check
Kinder-Bike aus Kalifornien

It doesn’t all have to be about e-bikes
7 mountain bike highlights from Eurobike 2026

Review
Specialized Chisel Hardtail Comp – a lightweight aluminium hardtail and a hidden gem

32-inch – A DIY hardtail put to the test
Love at first ride or a rude awakening?

7 tips for buying a hardtail mountain bike
How can I tell if a hardtail MTB is a good one?

Pelago Thórsmörk steel hardtail
The better gravel bike?

Silverback Silver Series
2 e-MTBs with an innovative frame design

The Cube Aim One in review
MTB hardtail for 499 euros

Canyon Exceed CF 8 carbon hardtail review
The clever alternative to a gravel bike

New Mondraker KAOZ dirt bike
One gear, 26 inches, and the licence to fly

Project Goliath
32-inch hardtail in the Dreambuild

32-inch steel hardtail with 11.5 kilos
Leovelo Goliath in the bike check