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Hugene CF 29" Performance
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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$5,544| Weight | 28.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | Truvativ Descendant Carbon, X01 Eagle |
| Brakes | Formula Cura 4 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Propain Hugene is a versatile trail bike that excels in climbing efficiency and playful downhill performance, offering a balanced ride with its lightweight design and supportive suspension. Its customizability and attention to detail in frame construction are frequently praised, though some reviews note limitations in suspension sensitivity and component choices. The Hugene stands out for its fun-loving nature and all-rounder capabilities, making it a strong contender in the trail bike category.
Excellent climbing efficiency and playful downhill performance
Lightweight design with supportive suspension
High level of customizability and attention to detail in frame construction
Balanced all-rounder geometry for versatile trail riding
Quiet and solid performance with minimal fuss
Some limitations in suspension sensitivity on rough terrain
Component choices and customization options may vary by region
Rear suspension can feel stiff, affecting traction
Noise from cables and frame in some builds
Propain has succeeded in making a great bike even better.
BikeRadarThe Hugene is a strong climber and also knows how to impress downhill, offering an excellent overall package at a very interesting price.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineThe light weight, relatively stiff chassis and supportive suspension makes it difficult to ride without a smile on your face.
Loam WolfVersatility is the name of the game in the , and Propain’s Hugene 2 has it in spades.
Mountain Bike ActionThe bike ticks more boxes than most of the other trail bikes we tested.Pinkbike
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Jul 2024 · Tyler Ryan
Between all the custom options, fork-travel choices, and great all-around performance on the trail, the Hugene 2 is a solid choice for general trail-riding fun of all kinds.
Jul 2022 · Simon Kohler
The Hugene can be customised down to the smallest detail using Propain’s online configurator. How does it fare in our 2022 trail bike group test?
Comprehensive online configurator
Excellent climbing performance
Playful and agile downhill
Stiff rear suspension costs traction
Long seat tube with short dropper post
Dec 2021 · Robert Johnston
The Hugene delivers on Propain’s climbing, jibbing, and shredding promises and provides a capable platform to ride any mountain. Read our full review now!
Fun loving nature
Balanced all-rounder geometry
Efficient pedaller
Good value (outside the UK)
Bike configurator (EU only, for now)
34 fork flex
Rear end sensitivity
Bike Noise (initially)
Dec 2021 · Alicia Leggett
On its website, Propain boldly calls the Hugene the "one bike to rule them all." Has the German direct-to-consumer brand finally cracked the code?
Neutral, intuitive handling
Efficient climber
Lightweight
Lots of customization options in Europe
Sealed bearing covers
Less small-bump sensitivity than some bikes we tested
Ineffective frame port protection
Few customization options in the US
Apr 2021 · Tom Marvin
A true all-rounder, with performance that impressed on every trail we tested it
Incredibly composed rear suspension that doles out traction with generosity
Beautifully built, sleek carbon frameset that’s got a great shape
You can pick and choose parts
A little pedal bob when mashing the pedals
Apr 2021 · James Vincent
James Vincent hops on the updated Propain Hugene and thinks it might be the one bike to rule them all. Read the full review here.
| Frame | Blend Carbon Frame Hanger Standard: UDH |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Pike Ultimate RCT3 140 mm Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RCT 140 mm Travel: 140mm |
| Stem | SIXPACK Vertic 50 |
| Handlebar | SIXPACK Millenium 805 |
| Saddle | SIXPACK Kamikaze |
| Seatpost | Bikeyoke Revive Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle (1×12) |
|---|---|
| Crank | Truvativ Descendant Carbon Eagle 32Z |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1275 10-52 (1×12) |
| Brakes | Formula Cura 4, 203 mm / 203 mm Type: Formula Cura 4 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | NEWMEN Evolution A 30 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe Magic Mary / Big Betty |
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