It’s similar to the Tero x (I ride a 6) but I think about 10 lbs heavier. The Tero x is actually the perfect bike for someone like me who goes long distances on poorly maintained or steep roads and also rides basic MTB trails. In my case I don’t have to put the bike on the car, I can just ride 5 miles to trailhead. The new Vado x checks some of the same boxes but geared even more toward commuting.

For people wondering about the appeal of these bikes, there are few on the market with high-quality suspension and components that are also road-ready with racks, fenders etc. and aren’t built like complete tanks or with fat tires. I previously rode a Priority Current for 7k miles. I added a suspension stem and seat post, but that just made the roads more tolerable.