RockFire 27.5 Ascend 21-Speed FS Bicycle - Just Buy Cycles Review

The Rockfire Ascend features an AL Tech 6061 aluminium alloy frame designed to provide a balance of strength and manageable weight. Its sleek tube design gives the bicycle a sporty and modern mountain-bike appearance. The sloping top tube supports a comfortable riding position and helps provide better control on trails. Internal cable routing gives the bicycle a neat appearance while helping protect cables from external elements. Its 27.5-inch wheel configuration offers a balance of agility and stability for different riding conditions. Overall, the frame design makes it suitable for fitness rides, rough city roads and recreational trail cycling.

The gearing on the Ascend 27.5 is handled by Shimano Tourney 3-Speed at the front and Shimano Tourney 7-Speed at the rear. This drivetrain also uses a 7-Speed Shimano freewheel which immensely contributes to the smooth gear operation. These gears shifted smoothly and had enough range for climbs and acceleration. The Shimano EF500 21-Speed gear shifters were easy to use.

The Rockfire suspension fork offers 80 mm of travel to help absorb bumps and vibrations from uneven roads and moderate trails. Its lockout function allows riders to reduce suspension movement on smoother surfaces for more efficient pedalling. The 27.5-inch wheels provide a balance of manoeuvrability and stability across different riding conditions. The MTB handlebar offers a comfortable grip and a controlled riding position. Its ergonomic MTB trail saddle provides a supportive seating platform for everyday fitness and recreational rides. Together, these features help make the bicycle comfortable for urban roads and moderate off-road adventures.

The Rockfire Ascend is equipped with Logan mechanical disc brakes designed to provide dependable stopping power. The disc braking system helps riders manage speed when navigating city traffic and uneven riding surfaces. Shimano EF500 brake levers offer convenient braking control while keeping the controls within easy reach. Its 680 mm MTB handlebar provides useful steering leverage for navigating turns and rough paths. The 27.5-inch wheel setup supports responsive handling across different surfaces. Overall, the braking and steering combination helps riders maintain better control during everyday cycling and recreational trail rides.

The Rockfire Ascend features 27.5-inch Maxxis Pace tyres designed for a balance of traction and rolling efficiency. Their tread pattern helps provide grip on dirt paths, paved roads and moderate off-road surfaces. The double-wall alloy rims offer a durable wheel platform for regular cycling. The 27.5-inch wheel size provides responsive handling while maintaining stability across uneven terrain. Its ergonomic MTB trail saddle offers a wider seating platform for added comfort during recreational rides. This combination makes the bicycle suitable for fitness cycling, city commuting and moderate trail adventures.