When using it as in light terrain, the Serious Racebike really shows its full potential. You have no idea if you prefer high speed stability or playful handling? Then you can´t go wrong with the Serious Racebike. It´s handling is pleasantly balanced. The combination of high stack and short top tube makes the riding position pleasantly comfortable. If you love flying down steep, rocky and loamy trails, the Serious Eight Ball 29" doesn't really suit you. Other manufacturers build Racebike in the same price range that are more focused on descends. With the shifting components, Serious fulfills not only the current standard, but even puts the icing on the cake with its extremely high-quality components.