Blast Shimano CUES 1x10sp

The Blast’s geometry is clearly aimed at stable, approachable trail handling rather than old-school cross-country sharpness. Across all sizes, the 68.5° head angle is relatively relaxed for an entry-level hardtail, which should give the bike more composure on descents and rougher terrain than steeper budget 29ers. The 74.6° seat angle is notably steep, helping place the rider in a stronger pedaling position for climbs and keeping weight centered on the bike. Combined with a 63 mm bottom bracket drop, the overall layout suggests a planted ride with predictable cornering and less of the high, perched feel common to older hardtail designs.

Fit numbers also show a sensible progression through the size range. Reach moves from 402 mm in S to 469 mm in XL, with 432 mm in M and 458 mm in L, while stack ranges from 609 mm to 637 mm. That gives the Blast a reasonably roomy front center without becoming overly stretched for newer riders. The 435 mm chainstay length remains constant across sizes, balancing stability and maneuverability, and wheelbase grows from 1103 mm in S to 1181 mm in XL. In practice, that should translate to steady straight-line behavior and a secure feel on mixed terrain, while still keeping the bike manageable for everyday riding and lighter trail use.