A truly great bike is one that not only performs well but also offers immense fun – just like the Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC SLX 800, equipped with its Fox 36 Float 36 Rhythm fork and the matching Float Performance shock with 150 mm and 140 mm of travel. The bike features Newmen Performance 30 wheels with Continental Kryptotal 2.4-inch tires, resulting in outstanding performance and a riding sensation akin to floating on clouds. In terms of propulsion and range, the Bosch CX motor (providing up to 100 Nm of torque and a Kiox 400C display for optimal monitoring) and the 800 Wh battery showcase their strengths. This power, finely tuned for trail use, is combined with the smooth and highly reliable Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain. However, such thrust needs to be well-controlled, which is where the sharp, progressive, and reliably stopping hydraulic Shimano XT 4-piston disc brakes with 203 mm rotors excel. It’s a given that we equipped this trail machine with a dropper post. Adventure mode activated and off you go!