Rose HOBO Deore

The "HOBO Deore" model from Rose is a versatile and robust bicycle that stands out thanks to its carefully selected components and attractive design. Priced at 1599 EUR, this bike offers good value for money for discerning cyclists.

The HOBO Deore’s frame is made from high-quality steel and comes in Maliblue. The steel frame ensures high stability and durability, whilst the bike’s total weight is 11.7 kg, which is quite respectable for a steel-framed bike. The fork is also by Rose and finished in black, with a steerer tube length of 405 mm.

The HOBO Deore is fitted with a Shimano Deore SGS Shadow Plus groupset, renowned for its reliability and precision. The shift levers are also Shimano Deore SL-M4100 and offer 10-speed shifting. The Miranda Delta crankset, with a 42-tooth chainring in black sand and a length of 172.5 mm, ensures efficient power transfer. The cassette is a Microshift CS-H103A, 10-speed, with a range of 11–42.

Comfort and control are provided by the ergotec M-Bar Sport handlebars in black, 780 mm wide, combined with ESI Chunky grips in black. The stem is an ergotec Piranha, also in black, with a length of 50 mm.

The bike is fitted with black ACROS Urban pedals, which ensure a good connection between rider and bike. The tyres are WTB Byway in size 650x47C, black/tan, mounted on a ROSE G25 wheelset with an inner rim width of 25 mm and 24 spokes. The wheel size is 27.5".

The saddle is a Selle Italia Storica Boost, mounted on a Ritchey WTB seatpost with a length of 350 mm and a diameter of 27.2 mm. This combination ensures a comfortable riding position, even on longer rides.

The HOBO Deore’s geometry comprises a reach of 498.2 mm, a stack of 577.9 mm, a seat tube length of 460 mm and a top tube length of 553 mm. The head tube angle is 70 degrees, whilst the seat tube angle is 75 degrees. The head tube length is 140 mm, the chainstay length is 420 mm, and the standover height is 751 mm. The bike’s wheelbase is 1047 mm and the bottom bracket height is 273.5 mm.

Overall, the HOBO Deore is a well-equipped bike that is suitable for both urban use and longer tours. The combination of high-quality components and well-thought-out geometry makes it an attractive choice for cyclists who value quality and reliability.