Orbea Alma H20

The Orbea Alma H20 is a cross-country hardtail for riders who value a direct connection between their effort and the trail. Alma's appeal is the simplicity of that experience: a bike that encourages purposeful climbing, quick changes of direction and an active approach to technical ground. This alloy version brings that approach to riders who want an engaging platform for regular trail rides, fitness sessions and the occasional start line, without making the ride depend on a complex rear suspension system.

The hydroformed alloy frame is the foundation of this build. Its hardtail layout keeps the relationship between pedaling and forward movement immediate, while the front suspension helps the rider maintain a line through bumps and broken surfaces. A 110 mm fork provides a useful balance of bump absorption and cross-country focus. The supplied geometry combines room to move with a stable stance, encouraging the rider to stay involved as the trail shifts from a steep climb to a sequence of corners.

Practical details support that straightforward character. Boost axle spacing and internal cable routing form part of a clean, modern chassis, while the threaded bottom bracket keeps the frame's construction grounded in familiar service standards. The flat handlebar gives the rider leverage for placing the front wheel, and a remotely operated seatpost allows saddle height to be adjusted as the terrain changes. These are features that support the ride without turning the cockpit into the subject of it.

The 29-inch wheels suit the Alma's rolling, momentum-driven approach to cross-country riding. Together with the front suspension, they help the bike negotiate repeated trail interruptions while retaining the feedback that makes a hardtail rewarding. Fork lockout provides another way to adapt the bike to smoother sections. This Alma brings those elements together in a clear proposition: an alloy hardtail with useful control features, ready for riders who enjoy building speed through good lines and consistent effort.

Key Features

• Frame - Orbea Alma Hydro Alloy, Boost 12x148, BSA BB, Internal cable routing.
• Suspension - RockShox Judy Silver TK 110 Remote 15x110 Boost
  
• Drivetrain - Shimano XT M8200 SGS Shadow Plus
  
• Wheelset - Alloy, 26c, 28H, TLR