Despite a few attempts over the years at getting time aboard a Mondraker, the chance has always eluded me. So there was much excitement in the camp when I found out the Mondraker Superfoxy R was on its way to my workshop. The Superfoxy R is the range topping alloy model with premium suspension from Ohlins and a selection of sturdy components from E-Thirteen, SRAM and Maxxis.
The Superfoxy R is Mondraker’s Super Enduro weapon, sporting 170mm of travel up front and an incredibly supple 160mm out the back. The platform is designed to flatten terrain and pedal efficiently back up for those huge days in the alps, locals only shuttles or EDR rounds.
If you’re a fan of longer, lower and slacker, Mondraker pioneered the long front centre or what they dubbed Forward Geometry and when paired with their Zero Suspension system (Zero Power loss, Zero Pedal Kickback, Zero Brake Jack) they have created a bike that has incredible stability at speed and supple ground hugging suspension while retaining sharp handling characteristics.
The long travel enduro bike market is full of great choices, The Superfoxy R sets itself apart with a premium aluminium frame for the brawlers and privateers paired with