Rose PDQ 2

The “PDQ 2” model from the “Rose” brand is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its first-class specifications and light weight. Priced at 2999 EUR, the bike offers excellent value for money. The PDQ 2’s frame is made of carbon and finished in Borealis Green M, which not only ensures stability and durability but also gives it an attractive design. The bike’s total weight is 10.8 kg, making it a light and manoeuvrable companion on challenging trails.

Braking performance is provided by SRAM Centerline Centerlock brakes with a diameter of 180 mm, which ensure reliable deceleration even at high speeds. The drivetrain is fitted with the SRAM EC AXS POD RGHT DISCRETE CLAMP black, enabling precise and rapid gear changes. The Rock Shox SID fork, with 120 mm of travel and a steerer tube length of 531 mm, ensures optimum damping and control on uneven terrain.

The PDQ 2 is supplied without pedals, allowing the rider to fit their preferred pedals. The crankset consists of the SRAM GX Eagle DUB with 32 teeth and a length of 175 mm, whilst the cassette is a SRAM GX XS1275 T-Type Eagle Transmission with a range of 10–52 teeth. The ROSE carbon handlebars are 760 mm wide and, together with the Rock Shox Remote TWISTLOC ULTIMATE 3 POSITION SPRINT grips, offer comfortable and secure handling.

The bike’s stem is a ROSE ALR Stem in black sand, measuring 60 mm in length. The Maxxis Rekon Race tyres, sized 29x2.4 inches, offer excellent grip and stability on a variety of surfaces. The wheelset consists of the Newmen Evolution A 30 29" front wheel, which is renowned for its robustness and durability.

The saddle is a Rose Edition by Selle Italia in black, which, together with the e*thirteen Infinite Dropper Post seatpost with 150 mm of adjustment, ensures a high level of comfort. The bike’s battery is an SRAM eTap Powerpack, which includes the battery itself, a charger and a USB cable.

The frame geometry is designed for optimum riding dynamics: with a reach of 420 mm, a stack of 628 mm, a seat tube length of 400 mm and a top tube length of 588 mm, the bike offers a balanced riding position. The head tube angle is 67.5 degrees and the seat tube angle is 75 degrees, ensuring efficient power transfer. Other dimensions include a head tube length of 90 mm, a chainstay length of 430 mm, a top tube height of 753 mm, a wheelbase of 1130 mm and a bottom bracket height of 310 mm.

In summary, the PDQ 2 from Rose is a technically sophisticated mountain bike that impresses with its high-quality components and well-thought-out geometry. It is ideal for ambitious riders who value performance and reliability.