Mondraker Foxy Carbon 29 - Stunning Ride, Disappointing Value
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- Опубліковано 11 лис 2018
- Mondraker's long-travel 29er is an accomplished and exciting platform. It's definitely one for riders who prefer an active feel with plenty of feedback though, and those who insist on good value need not apply.
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0:59 what I obviously mean is that it has MORE (!) anti-squat (I got it right, at 2:37, obviously...)
Yeah I was wondering why did you say less, but it's clear now :)
@@th_js just one of those annoying slips of the tongue, unfortunately!! Very embarrassing!
Don't worry, it happens.
There should be more honest and objective reviews like this one, good job.
OMG... I have anew Mondraker and I'm in the USA.I had a Pivot and hated it. The Mondraker geometry is the best I have ever ridden in a bike. I don't know about this one here, I have the Dusk RR eMTB but now I want the non eMTB version as well, I love it that much. It is the best handling MTB I have ever ridden and fits my style to the T.
KW,.....Which model Pivot did you have?
Nice review. Yes, a bike like this at that price point should come decked out for sure 👍
Agreed...I'm hoping that direct sale bike companies like YT and Canyon will force companies like Mondraker to be more reasonable with their pricing. That's the route I went with a Capra CF Pro Race 29er, more goodies for less cash.The Mondraker is a lovely bike none the less.
for that money I am sure I could buy the frame and build something better...
@@Vanadium the frame is already overpriced, as any carbon part on the bike industry
@@lrvz7187 Dunno, frames I personal find interesting will start only at 2700€ for AL.
The frame I think of is the Nicola G1 and I visited their factory. I dont think it is overpriced because those frames are made in Germany complette.
The more interesting frames are even more expensive than carbon frames except Unno frames.
I'm riding this bike and it's a blast!
I just recently bought an alloy special edition of this bike which for me was really good value
Awesome review as always!
All bikes are getting crazy expensive beyond the reach of most people
I'd disagree - there are a large number of 'high end' bikes, sure, but the quality of more budget focussed bikes is astounding. I was riding some £500 and £750 bikes yesterday and was incredibly impressed with their performance.
Thomas Marvin care to share which dual suspension bike in that price range you are referring to in that price range as I would be keen to check out / read some reviews?
@@jaystewart3820 The calibre bossnut is the classic recommendation at that price, but there's also the Jamis Dakar too that we've reviewed. There's a Fuji too i think - around £1000. loads of great hardtails below that price, from the likes of Norco, Saracen etc.
Another well balanced review, great work.
Thanks!
I love my Alloy Foxy. But the only reason I bought it was because good deals could be found on the 2018 models sitting in showrooms. It has made me a long bike believer. I am 5'9" and I ride a medium Foxy. The fit is perfect and the ride is stable and fast. I would recommend anyone interested in a Foxy to look at previous year models or used. That is where the value can be found. The frames really are excellent and are worth a look. Also the OnOff components are top notch.
Completely agree with this - I just got a 2019 model on a deal for 40% off the original price. Great ride and at that price is fine in terms of value for money!
The only problem with Mondraker, are the insane prices.
470 reach, is quite decent for me, I think I could go to 490,currently ride on 430. I am 180cm. So far think nicolai might be best solution for me. BTW if u think nicolai is too long you can down size or get cusrum size. I am not sure it's good choice to get carbon frame. I hope temperature changes won't effect the bb shell, as alloy shrinks faster than carbon, I don't want loose bb shell. I have no experience with this but I ride in - 10c, and changing temperatures.
looks amazing
I have this bike and this review is really on point. Low value for money but what a ride fast fun and a sense of calm first ride broke my record on an enduro track that had an year. My previous bike was an mondraker dune RR 2015 😎🤟
David why is mondraker like this?
Like what i dont understand your question
David why are you expected to pay £6k and not get anything close top specs?
AF25 i said the same to my lbs but with an good discount that he made me the deal looked alot better and at close the bike is a piece of art
@@TheDav81 , how does it ride compared to your Dune?
What a great review that’s very true if you pay top money bring top components
Very good review!
Nice review! Could you please tell me what is this place called? Beautiful scenery.
Please, consider reviewing Scott Spark 960 2019
Is their warranty any good I use giant as a industry gold standard ok
Nice review!
You choose to downsize a little : what is your height? I'm 5'7 (171cm) it seems the medium is a bit too much. What do you think?
I recently rode the large size of this bike and I'm 174 so it was far too big for me, I think medium would have been perfect for me but it depends if you like a bike to be bigger or smaller I guess
Yuuup Mondraker is crazy about prices! Totally agree!
Great review as always! Funny how the bikes became too long and now downsizing became preferable. :) As for value for money, I think all bikes sold in traditional channels are overpriced. You need to look at direct sales brands if value is important.
Thanks Tamas. I think the progression in geometry is a very personal thing - Seb would argue that bikes aren't too long, and I would argue that, for me, I know what my sweet spot is in terms of comfort, ride-ability and 'feel'. I'd say that people should try bikes of different lengths, before they spend their $$$
@@TomMarvin1 yes, I agree, I between sizes is also a good idea, I know Pole will have it. I think all brands should have it. For me most bikes won't be perfect. But the foxy will be acceptable for me I guess. But I agree with the reviewer a bout spec.
Jesus that’s more than a yeti!!!
Ah I've got the same puffer T-shirt on just now, just back from a ride haha !
2018 was the perfect puffer, huh! I've told my mates I've peaked in puffers - not doing it again next year!
@@TomMarvin1 It was mostly really grippy last year eh, with the sort of pillowy snow and then the new part that they put in the other woods with that frosty tacky mud !
It just part of the year now for me every January me and me mate flip a coin and we either do it as a team or 2 solos and see who can beat each other... I'm not stopping till my windscreen is (impractically)completely covered with the parking pass stickers they give you haha !
@@MusicStuffSome grippy, dry, fun track, nae bother... think i wore the same shoes and waterproof trousers for all but my last lap - unheard of!
I'll prob be up there next year, but as a pit-bitch for the guys - i just can't face it again for a year or two haha!
@@TomMarvin1 Haha oh well, I'll probably see you guys out on the track give yous a cheer as you no doubt come flying past me trundling along in the middle of the night !
Nice review i think its too expensive and maybe its weaker than other new big 29 ers because of the top tube head tube . I have yt capra cf pro with better spec andits much beefier.
£3200 for the frame only?? Yikes!!!!
like yeti, ridiciolus.
Hey! Im 6'3 should i go for L or XL on this bike?
most likely a L. I'm 6'0" and the L seems big to me.
I'm 6'3 also and got an XL - fits well but I couldn't go any bigger. It's less the reach and more the height of the seat tube that's big - have to have the dropper post smashed as low as possible. Was/am a little bit concerned about catching my undercarriage in a spill...
I'm 6'2" and ride a xl whyte s150c-rs its pretty similar to the large foxy looking at geometry
Not high way, but trail robbery going on in the bike world. I still have a Mondraker Factor R from 2007 and used to recommend the brand to everyone because of the fair quality to price ratio. Especially for somebody starting out in MTB back then. But with pricing like this without top specs (and even with top specs) it's a brand to forget about.
I haven't heard from Mondraker in a very long time, they had a very bad rep, their frames snapped constantly, and this firsthand from real ppl I know. Nobody would touch them with a 10 ft pole. Just recently a friend surpised me with his Crafty and my first thought was to ask what he was smoking. Maybe they changed their chinese supply and now have reliable bikes, who knows, anyway at this price it "ain't gonna be me"
Christopher Gronseth I have a 2016 mondraker crafty myself, got it on a good deal. I have had no issues with the bike at all. The only thing is a little bit of flex when I put the hammer down but that is to be expected with my weight (about 90kg) on an aluminium frame.
Been riding my summum carbon all year with huge jumps and crashes and no issues yet. Really happy with my 16.1 kg wheight
"MondRaker" has come a long way since.. I can tell you that
Flyingby hi I am thinking about buying a Mondraker crafty also. But can't find many reviews on them. The bike is overseas, so I can't go see it.
How do you find it?
What size is it? How tall are you? (I'm 6 foot)
What kind of stuff do you ride?
Thanks in advance.
Mondraker really need to go the direct sales route to address their pricing
MonShatter !
The thin top tube doesn't have enough stiffness to stroke the front suspension. At the rough rerrain, the frame awfully trembles without the suspension absorb the impact.
that's not something i found, to be honest. Frame is plenty stiff-enough
I tend to agree is definitely harsh in the front end
Nice bike - but the price is a joke! Almost double of what it should be...
No mondraker. They have squandered their chance by me at Glemmride.
Poorly maintenance and unfriendly staff. So I don't care about this brand anymore.
FIRST! 🎉
This is definitely some kind of cheating :P
@@MrSkroid101 insider knowledge, innit ;)
@@TomMarvin1 Something like that! Good to see you calling Mondraker out on their value by the way, I've always wanted one but they're too bad value on paper
My.bike doesn't.Bob but.then.again it's a hardtail.
Top tube is too thin.