Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 32
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo Carbon -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Podium 29 Stealth Air Carbon, XC Forward Geometry, BSA bottom bracket, tapered head tube, HHG internal cable routing, Boost 12x148mm rear axle, dedicated 1X drivetrain design, Flatmount brake compatible,
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Step Cast Float FIT4 EVOL Factory Kashima, 100mm, tapered steerer tube,15x110mm Boost axle, remote lockout, offset 44mm. Settings: lockout, compression micro-adjustment at low-speed, rebound, air preload
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM Trigger GX Eagle, 12s, X-Actuation 1:1
Crank
Truvativ Stylo Carbon Eagle, 12s, Boost, DUB axle, Direct Mount chain ring, S size: 170mm, M/L/XL size: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA, sealed bearings, 73mm
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12s, Powerlock
Wheels
Front Hub
Mavic, Boost 15x110mm, IS 6 bolts
Rear Hub
Mavic, Boost 12x148mm, ID360 Ratched system, IS 6 bolts, XD freehub
Rims
Mavic Crossmax Carbon SL R 29, 26mm internal width, hookless, tubeless ready, 24 spokes
Spokes
Mavic straightpull duble butted, contactless lacing
Tires
Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.35, EXO protection, tubeless ready, 120TPI, folding bead
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level TLM, 2 piece caliper, Centerline 160mm IS 6 bolts one-piece rotor, steel-backed organic pad
Brake Levers
SRAM Level TLM, Direct Link actuation, tooled reach adjust, lever pivot bushings
Cockpit
Stem
MDK, 6061 T6 Alloy, 31.8mm barbore, rise: +/-5º, length: sizes S/M: 60mm, size L: 70mm, size XL: 80mm
Handlebar
ONOFF Helium Carbon 0.2, rise: 4.8mm, width: 760mm, 9º backsweep, 0º upsweep, 31.8mm barbore
Grips
ONOFF Diamond, 1lock-on, 135mm
Headset
ONOFF Titan tapered for 1-1/8” to 1-1/2” head tube, ACB sealed bearings, top 41.8x30.5x8x45ºx45º, bottom 51.9x40x8x45ºx45º
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Antares R7
Seatpost
ONOFF Helium Carbon 0-R VFLEX, diameter 27.2mm, length 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | Frame size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
PODIUM CARBON R is part of the Mondraker Podium model. There are 12 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs), the PODIUM CARBON R model is much lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 39.33% more than PODIUM CARBON R.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Factory Float 32 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Mondraker PODIUM CARBON R 2022, has a 29″ carbon model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The PODIUM CARBON R has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.