A truly great bike is one that excels in every aspect and, above all, is incredibly fun to ride – just like the Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC SLX 800, equipped with its Fox 36 Float 36 Rhythm fork and matching Float Performance shock, offering 150 mm and 140 mm of travel. Additionally, it features Newmen Performance 30 wheels fitted with Continental Kryptotal 2.4-inch tires. The result: top-notch performance and a riding sensation akin to floating on clouds. When it comes to propulsion and range, the Bosch CX motor (with a torque of up to 100 Nm and a Kiox 400C display for optimal monitoring) and the 800 Wh battery showcase their strengths. This power is seamlessly managed on the trail by Shimano’s light, extremely reliable XT 12-speed transmission. However, such acceleration also requires excellent control – this is where the aggressive, progressive, and dependable Shimano XT 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 203 mm rotors shine. Naturally, we equipped this trail machine with a dropper post. Adventure mode activated, let’s go!