The secret of a really great bike is that it should just get out of the way and let you enjoy the ride. That's why, for the Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC SLX 800, we began with a 150mm Fox Float 36 Rhythm Grip fork and matching Float Performance shock. Combined with a Newmen Performance 30 wheelset and Schwalbe 2.6in tyres, it's the closest we can get to a magic carpet ride. Bosch's CX drive unit and an 800 Wh battery deliver up to 85 Nm of torque to the trail via Shimano's slick-shifting, legendarily reliable XT 1x12 gears. And strong, progressive Shimano XT 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 203mm rotors bring you safely to a stop, on demand. With a remote dropper post included in the mix, you simply need to add your spirit of adventure.