Jealous

Name: Radon Jealous
Brand: Radon

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Algupära

The Jealous has been Radon's hardtail statement since 2013, evolving from a competent aluminum XC bike into one of the best-value carbon hardtails in Europe. By 2024 the carbon frame hit 920 g — lighter than many dedicated race frames — while the bike kept its dual personality: just as happy on a local trail as on a race course. The rotating headset cups are a clever addition, letting riders dial the head angle without swapping headset parts.

Tehnilised andmed

Raam: Carbon main frame (Jealous CF), from 920 g; also available as Jealous AL (aluminum, ~1,680 g). Internal cable routing, integrated seat clamp, tool mount under top tube, 2× bottle cage mounts, ISCG chain guide option. Boost 148×12 mm rear thru-axle.
Kaal: kg
Jõuülekanne: SRAM GX Eagle 1×12, 32T crankset, 10–52T cassette (9.0). Lower builds use Shimano Deore/SLX 1×12. BB: SRAM DUB Pressfit 92 mm.
Pidurid: Magura MT8 Pro hydraulic disc, 180/160 mm Storm HC rotors 6-bolt (9.0 build); lower builds use Shimano MT or Magura MT5
Rattad: Newmen Beskar 30 light wheelset, 110/148 mm Boost spacing (9.0); 29-inch

Verdikt

+Tugevused

Sub-920 g carbon frame at a price point well below comparable competitors
Rotating headset geometry adjustment is genuinely useful for versatile use
Complete 9.0 carbon build under 9.2 kg is exceptional value

−Nõrkused

100 mm XC fork limits aggressive trail descending compared to 120–130 mm trail-hardtail rivals
Direct-only sales means no pre-purchase test ride at a local shop
Max rider weight cap of 115 kg is lower than some competing frames