Looking forward to the conclusion, guessing there will be different bikes that will excel in different conditions, for me something that can track and absorb through uneven rooty sections and has the traction to pull up those short punchy >20% climbs. Find that currently those are the real differentiators for me at this time, less so the double track climbs and flowy single track sections. Need a bike that can help get me through the sections which are most likely to cause a mistake.
I work for Mondraker, and I can tell you honestly these really aren't abnormally long by modern standards. We're very focused on weight balance, so with a stock ~40mm stem at 5'-8", I'm dialed on a Medium, with great balance and really good control of the front end. I'm biased but I promise we're worth a try...!
im weird and like the bontrager grips. Not great for rough chunky stuff but feel really good for pumping, jumping, bunny hopping etc. I've had the deity supracush and those are much better on trails like flying monkey where I live but theres too much squish and feels like they are slipping.
The lines of mondraker bikes are better than nearly every other brand. Great looking bikes.
So true!!
I have the 2023 F Podium DC -R. It’s a ridiculously fun bike. Very fast and efficient. Handles like it’s on rails with the right tires too.
I'm dying can't wait for the finale! All these reviews definitely make it a fun summer for me :)
Thank you!!!!
Another great review. Would love to see you ride and opine on the Blur and Exie.
+1 on Exie for sure!
The trails you are showcasing these bikes look legit. The Mondraker looks like a great bike to shred on.
It does!
agree mondraker frames are works of art.
Looking forward to the conclusion, guessing there will be different bikes that will excel in different conditions, for me something that can track and absorb through uneven rooty sections and has the traction to pull up those short punchy >20% climbs. Find that currently those are the real differentiators for me at this time, less so the double track climbs and flowy single track sections. Need a bike that can help get me through the sections which are most likely to cause a mistake.
Great review and great shootout! How did the 2 piston Levels compare? Enough stopping power?
Prefer the 4 piston level brakes!! Felt like it needed a little more!
Which trails are you riding? I know it's that Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach area. I noticd rock-it in the evil review! Thanks for the great reviews :)
5oaks and rock it!!
Fantastico test
Thank you!!!
I have wanted to try Mondraker for years but the geo numbers on paper look huge
I work for Mondraker, and I can tell you honestly these really aren't abnormally long by modern standards. We're very focused on weight balance, so with a stock ~40mm stem at 5'-8", I'm dialed on a Medium, with great balance and really good control of the front end. I'm biased but I promise we're worth a try...!
im weird and like the bontrager grips. Not great for rough chunky stuff but feel really good for pumping, jumping, bunny hopping etc. I've had the deity supracush and those are much better on trails like flying monkey where I live but theres too much squish and feels like they are slipping.
Deity grips are awesome!!
Amazing
Thanks!!
The excellent world leaders of cycle master technology Mondraker...
Ghost Lector FS vs Mondraker F-Podium
Maybe!!
90% of riders only need an XC bike imo unless they do a lot of downhill lift service
I’d agree, but I think a lot of average riders would benefit/appreciate the extra room for error a trail bike offers.
Nah man. Stack is low and reach is short on cc bikes. Not comfortable.
It’s a tough call but bikes are so good now!
Especially with how good modern XC bikes have become
Sloooooooowwww Down
Headset cable routing is too unique for me.