Trail performance or touring capabilities? With its Performance Line CX motor and 625 Wh battery, the SIMPLON Stomp Pmax was designed to negotiate nasty rock gardens and root carpets while at the same time to shine in everyday riding scenarios with its comprehensive full equipment kit. Has the Austrian manufacturer promised too much or can the Stomp Pmax deliver?
For an overview of the test fleet head to the group test: 9 fully equipped ebikes for trekking and adventure in our test
25.40 kg in size L | € 8,299 | Manufacturer’s website
The SIMPLON Stomp Pmax is a thoroughbred eMTB. With their optional full equipment upgrade, the Austrian manufacturer has thought of all those trail riders who also want to commute with their bike. With their comprehensive online configurator, SIMPLON allow you to freely configure the spec of the pre-configured models to suit your needs and preferences. However, to achieve the best results, it’s good to have some basic knowledge of bikes. The basis is always the same high-quality carbon frame with 140 mm rear travel and powerful Bosch Performance Line CX motor with 625 Wh battery.
If you’re planning on embarking on epic backcountry tours, you can expand the battery capacity to 1,125 Wh by adding a second battery on the down tube. For € 8,299, the SIMPLON Stomp Pmax can be configured as a trekking-oriented bike with alloy mudguards, kickstand, pannier rack with incorporated tail light and a classy Lupine SLX headlight, which draws its power directly from the main battery and features high beam, low beam and daytime running light functions.
Connectivity enthusiasts should pick the Bosch Nyon display for an additional € 340, which features an integrated navigation function with weather forecast and range-based route planning. When it comes to the suspension, SIMPLON rely on the same RockShox Deluxe Select+ shock across the entire Stomp range. If you tick the mudguard box in the configurator, the choice of forks is limited to the touring-oriented 140 mm RockShox 35 RL Gold as this has all the mounting points for the mudguards. If you’re after trail performance, you can pick a potent 150 mm FOX 36 FLOAT Factory fork for an additional € 480, but then you’ll have to wave the mudguards goodbye. Although the full equipment upgrade doesn’t come as a full package, you can choose individual equipment items to suit your needs and requirements, albeit with some restrictions.
Simplon Stomp Pmax
€ 8,299
Specifications
Motor Bosch Performance Line CX 85 Nm
Battery Bosch PowerTube 625 Wh
Display Bosch Purion
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL 140 mm
Rear Shock RockShox Deluxe Select+ 140 mm
Seatpost Kind Shock Rage-i 150 mm
Brakes SRAM Code RSC 200/200 mm
Drivetrain SRAM GX 12
Stem Simplon ZERO II 60 mm
Handlebar Simplon Riser 800 mm
Wheelset DT Swiss H1900 Hybrid 29"
Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic 2.6"
Technical Data
Size S - XL
Weight 25.40 kg
Perm. total weight 140 kg
Max. payload (rider/equipment) 115 kg
Trailer approval no
Kickstand mount yes
The geometry of the SIMPLON Stomp Pmax
| Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm |
| Top tube | 571 mm | 592 mm | 621 mm | 650 mm |
| Head tube | 111 mm | 111 mm | 127 mm | 149 mm |
| Head angle | 65° | 66° | 66° | 66° |
| Seat angle | 77° | 77° | 77° | 77° |
| Chainstays | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| BB Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1.210 mm | 1.221 mm | 1.252 mm | 1.286 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 450 mm | 475 mm | 500 mm |
| Stack | 609 mm | 615 mm | 630 mm | 650 mm |
Tuning Tip: select the Bosch Nyon display from the configurator for better connectivity
The SIMPLON Stomp Pmax is a versatile platform with a wide range of applications. The extensive configurator allows you to adapt the spec to suit your needs and intended use, provided you know what you’re doing. The full equipment upgrade expands the bike’s range of applications. Whether you’re looking for a reliable commuter, a two-wheeled shopping assistant or trusted trail companion, the Stomp Pmax might be exactly what you’re looking for.
Tops
- comprehensive configurator
- the bike can be configured to suit the respective intended use
- good connectivity
Flops
- extensive configurator can be overwhelming without a basic bike knowledge
You can find out more about at simplon.com
The test field
For an overview of the test fleet head to the group test: 9 fully equipped ebikes for trekking and adventure in our test
All bikes in test:
Canyon Pathlite:ON 8 SUV ST (Click for review) | Centurion Numinis R2700i (Click for review) | FOCUS Thron² 6.8 EQP (Click for review) | Moustache Weekend 27 FS Dual EQ (Click for review) | Nicolai GT1 Explorer Kit (Click for review) | Riese & Müller Load 60 (Click for review) | SCOTT AXIS (Click for review) | Simplon Stomp Pmax EQ (Click for review) | Trek Powerfly (Click for review)
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Words: Mike Hunger Photos: Robin Schmitt
