The predecessor of this bike won the Cape Epic in 2022, but still had a weakness. The rear triangle was relatively soft. This criticism should be a thing of the past with the OIZ M-TEAM. A completely new frame with a more massive rocker-link should significantly increase the stiffness of the frame. On the trail, however, you will feel another groundbreaking innovation above all. Like the Swiss from Scott, the Basques from Orbea are now also saying goodbye to a racefully platform with 100 millimeters of suspension travel. It seems as if the 120 mm suspension travel on the fork also for cross country and marathon riders develop into the new standard. The former "Trail" version of the Oiz disappears with the already downhilly racefully approach completely from the model range. We have checked all geometry measures and come to the following conclusion: the Orbea Downcountry-Bike is a very balanced customer. The sporty riding position allows for very effective pedaling. Despite this criticism, the coherent overall concept makes the OIZ M-TEAM to on long tours with lots of trails a buying recommendation in the price range 7999 Euro range. Orbea gives 25 years warranty on the bike.