A truly great bike is one that performs exceptionally and is incredibly fun to ride – just like the Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC SLX 800, featuring a Fox 36 Float 36 Rhythm fork paired with a Float Performance shock, offering 150 mm and 140 mm of travel. It also comes with Newmen Performance 30 wheels that are fitted with Continental Kryptotal 2.4-inch tires. The result: top-notch 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 equipped with the Kiox 400C display for optimal visibility) alongside the 800 Wh battery showcase their strengths. This power, finely tuned for the trail, is complemented by the smooth and highly reliable Shimano XT 12-speed gear system. However, such power needs precise control, which is the specialty of the sharp, progressive, and reliably powerful Shimano XT 4-piston disc brakes with 203 mm rotors. Naturally, we equipped this trail machine with a dropper seat post. Adventure mode activated and ready to go!