Haibike SEET HardNine 3.5 Street

The “SEET HardNine 3.5 Street” model from Haibike, released in 2020, is a versatile mountain bike characterised by its robust construction and reliable components. Priced at 699 EUR, this bike offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from 6061 aluminium and is designed for post-mount disc brakes. The maximum load capacity is 120 kg. The brakes are Shimano MT200 with 160 mm discs, operated by the aluminium Shimano EF505 brake levers. The drivetrain is a Shimano Acera M360 with 24 speeds, operated via the Shimano EF505 shift/brake lever combination. The front derailleur is a Shimano Altus M313.

The fork on the SEET HardNine 3.5 Street is an SR Suntour XCT HLO-DS Lockout with a steel spring and 100 mm of travel. The steel steerer tube measures 1 1/8" and the threading is 8 x 100 mm. Lighting is provided by a Trelock LS232 front light with 20 lux and a Herrmans H-Trace Mini LED rear light.

The bike is fitted with VP VPE-993 plastic pedals, which feature reflectors. The bottom bracket is a Shimano UN100 BSA, whilst the crankset is an aluminium Shimano TY301 with 24–42 teeth. The cassette is a Shimano HG41 with 11–32 teeth, and the drivetrain uses a KMC Z72 chain.

The handlebars are Haibike Components TheBar + Topflat with a width of 720 mm, complemented by Haibike MTB grips. The stem is a Haibike Components TheStem + A-Head with a bar bore of 31.8 mm and an angle of 7˚. The headset is an A-Head Tapered.

The rims are XLC X-630 D-WALL hollow-chamber aluminium rims, and the tyres are Kenda K-922, sized 54-622 and featuring reflective strips. The front hub is a Shimano Alivio T4050-1D hub dynamo, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano TX505. The spokes are black, and the wheelset is 29 inches in size.

The saddle is a Haibike Components TheSaddle, mounted on an aluminium seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm. The bike features fixed polycarbonate mudguards and an adjustable Ursus Mooi kickstand.

Overall, the Haibike SEET HardNine 3.5 Street offers a solid specification that is suitable for both everyday use and sporty rides.