Stevens Jura ES 29"

The “Jura ES 29” model from the “Stevens” brand, released in 2020, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its top-class specifications and robust construction. Priced at 3199 EUR, this bike offers excellent value for money for ambitious mountain bikers.

The frame of the “Jura ES 29” is made from SL 7005 DB aluminium, which gives the bike high stability whilst keeping its weight down to just 13 kg. The maximum rider weight is 115 kg, which is sufficient for most riders. The brakes and brake levers are from the Shimano Deore XT series (BR-M8100 and BL-M8100), which are renowned for their reliability and powerful braking performance.

The bike’s derailleur is also from Shimano Deore XT (Shadow+ RD-M8120-SGS) and offers a 2x12-speed configuration that can be operated precisely and smoothly using the shift levers (SL-M8100 I-Spec EV). The front derailleur (FD-M8020-D6) complements the gear system perfectly.

Suspension is provided by a Fox 34 Float SC Performance fork with 120 mm of travel and a Fox Float DPS Performance Elite rear shock, which together ensure a comfortable ride on uneven terrain. The bottom bracket is a Pressfit BB92, and the crankset (Shimano Deore XT FC-M8120-B2) features 36 and 26 teeth, offering a good range of gear ratios.

The cassette (Shimano Deore XT CS-M8100) is a 12-speed unit, allowing for precise gear selection. The handlebars (Oxygen Scorpo MTB) are 760 mm wide and, together with the stem (Oxygen Scorpo MTB), provide optimum control over the bike. The headset (STEVENS MTB Taper 1 1/8"-1 1/2") ensures stable steering.

The tyres are Schwalbe Nobby Nic Evolution (60-584 | 622), which are renowned for their excellent traction and durability, and are fitted to a Fulcrum Red Metal 500 DB wheelset. The saddle (Oxygen Roccia) and seatpost (Kind Shock LEV-SI) offer additional comfort and adjustability.

Overall, the “Jura ES 29” from Stevens is a well-designed and well-equipped mountain bike that is ideally suited to both challenging trails and longer rides.