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2026 Propain

HUGENE CF Ultimate

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

€6,424($7,474)
Weight31.3 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 130 / 140mm
ForkRockShox Lyrik Ultimate
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetX0 Eagle Transmission
BrakesSRAM Maven Silver Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Handling
nimblestable
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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Price History
Reviews
Bicycling
The Propain Hugene Might Be the Best Deal in Modern Trail Bikes

Mar 2026

Deep customization, modern geometry, and big capability in a short-travel package—here’s why the Hugene impresses (and when it won’t).

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Loam Wolf
Review: Propain Hugene CF

Feb 2026 · Travis Reill

The Propain Hugene CF is a bike that will satisfy those looking for a supportive and efficient aggressive trail machine. Read the Review.

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Singletracks
Propain Hugene review: A short-travel trail bike built for speed and value

Feb 2026 · Jeff Barber

The Propain Hugene is a value-priced 130mm travel trail bike that climbs and descends in a business-like manner.

Highs
  • Smart spec delivers a good value

  • Efficient and responsive pedaler and climber

Lows
  • Not an especially playful or agile bike, despite claims to the contrary

  • Build spec is overkill given the travel numbers, adding unnecessary weight

  • Size XL fit misses the mark based on component setup

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NSMB
Propain Hugene CF3 Long Term

Nov 2025

Short travel, big fun, and a few quirks

Highs
  • Punches above its weight

  • Lively and responsive pedaling feel

  • Stable at speed

  • Overbuilt fork

  • Versatile build options

  • Surprisingly affordable for carbon

Lows
  • Pedal tug on tech climbs

  • Hard to achieve ideal shock setup with stock shock

  • Magura MT5 brakes feel soft and vague

  • SRAM Eagle 70 shifter feels less precise than alternatives

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Bikerumor
Propain Aims For the Trail Bike Sweet Spot With Updated Hugene

Jul 2025 · Jeremy Benson

Propain reduces travel and adds in-frame storage in the latest update to its short travel Hugene trail bike.

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
New 2025 Propain Hugene CF on Test – Less Stroke, More Stoke?

Jul 2025 · Peter Walker

We were already able to test the new 2025 Propain Hugene CF trail bike for you.

Highs
  • Customisable spec

  • Strong climbing performance

  • Playful and fun character

Lows
  • No adjustability options

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Pinkbike
First Ride: Propain Hugene CF 3 – Deliberately Niche

Jul 2025 · Seb Stott

The Hugene is a bit of a contradiction due to its burly build and shorter travel.

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Mountain Bike Action
LONG TERM REVIEW: PROPAIN HUGENE - Mountain Bike Action Magazine

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.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Blend Carbon Frame

Hanger StandardUDH

Fork

Fork:, RockShox Lyrik Ultimate 140mm

Travel140mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Shock:, RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Lin XL

Travel130mm

Stem

Sixpack Millenium 45 mm (Classic Internal Cable Routing)

Handlebar

OneUp Carbon 35 mm Rise

Saddle

ERGON SM Enduro Comp Men

Seatpost

Seatpost:, RockShox Reverb AXS

TypeDropper

Grips

ERGON GDH Team

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission (1x12)

Brakes

Brakes:, SRAM Maven Silver 200mm / 200mm

TypeSRAM Maven Silver Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Wheels:, DT Swiss EX 1700

Tires

Schwalbe Albert Trail Pro Radial

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First added February 21

Last updated June 1