MONDRAKER Frame 29" F-Podium Carbon Unlimited Iridium | Oil Slick / Rainbow
Mondraker was born out of Spanish downhill racer Miguel Pina's passion for mountain biking in 2001 to develop modern mountain bikes with a clear design language and innovative performance features such as the Zero Suspension System and Forward Geometry of the highest quality. Bikes that make the difference. Bikes that win! These approaches are the foundations of Mondraker's company philosophy and are of course lived by all employees and team riders, which is also reflected in the new headquarters opening in 2021 in Alicante on the Costa Blanca, Spain. Anyone who has always wondered where the name Mondraker comes from? It is derived from the cartoon hero "Mandrake - the Magician".
The F-Podium Unlimited Iridium owes its name to the element iridium, which was named after the Greek goddess Iris. In Greek mythology, Iris was the messenger of the gods. According to legend, she had rainbow-colored wings, and Mondraker took up this symbolism for its top athletes at the World Cup in Val di Sole (Italy) with this exclusive frameset, which is now also being presented to the public in a limited edition. The technical details are no different to the standard model. But the Iridium paint finish, which is created with dedication in the Mondraker Blue Lab paint studios as part of the CSP (Color Select) program, is in a league of its own. You'll steal the show.
The F-Podium is the consistent further development of the cross country race classic and the latest answer from the Spaniards to the increasingly demanding tracks in the World Cup. The biggest change results from the revised kinematics of the rear triangle, based on the new XCO-optimized Zero Suspension System with 110 mm travel at the rear. The shock sits more centrally in the frame and is directly connected to it, which results in better response and suspension behavior on the one hand and more progression on the other. Thanks to the shorter rear triangle, the frame has become more compact overall and therefore has a low unsprung mass. The thinner seat stays reduce the frame weight, while at the same time making the rear triangle stiffer and ensuring even more agile handling, whether in race mode or on the trail. The revised main frame can comfortably accommodate 2 bottles and longer seat posts. In addition to all the technical innovations, the F-Podium has been given a new design language with straighter lines and a more angular look, giving the thoroughbred race bike a minimalist and uniquely striking look.
Naturally, the engineers at Mondraker attached great importance to aesthetics and design when developing the F-Podium. This is why all cables and lines run through the frame using the HHG Cable Routing System. The geometry is designed for agility and speed and allows you to push yourself to the limit at all times. Every watt pedaled is effectively converted into propulsion. At the same time, thanks to the 110 mm travel at the rear and the Forward Geometry, it offers you enough safety to hit the optimum line downhill. The F-Podium is the first choice when it comes to best times up the mountain and down the trail. And that alone says it all! The frame comes with a RockShox SID Luxe Ultimate 3P Remote in Pull DebonAir shock.
XC Forward Geometry
The main advantages of the Forward Geometry are increased safety and more confidence on steep descents, even at high speeds, as well as more precision when going uphill. The result is agile, precise and direct handling at high speeds. Improved traction and control lead to more stability even on very technical and rough terrain.
Stealth Air Carbon
This technology enables the precise placement and alignment of the carbon mats according to the requirements of the respective model. The result is a frame with the best ratio of strength, stiffness, vibration damping and weight in the unmistakable Mondraker design.
XCO-optimized Zero Suspension System
This is a high-performance suspension system developed by Mondraker itself. The aim is to achieve the highest possible drive efficiency with maximum suspension performance. Like the Stealth Air Carbon, the Zero Suspension System is also individually designed for each Mondraker model and adapted to the corresponding requirements. The Zero Suspension System is based on the Dual Link Design and therefore falls into the category of suspension systems with a virtual pivot point. In this case, the shock floats between two suspension arms and is compressed at both ends. As a result, the rear end reacts extremely sensitively to the smallest of bumps and generates a lot of traction, while at the same time the suspension does not harden under braking. Of course, the suspension can also absorb rough impacts after drops. Furthermore, this system reduces pedal kickback to a minimum; even when the suspension travel is fully utilized, the length of the chainstays changes minimally.
Hidden Housing Guide
All cables and lines are routed through the frame for a clean look.
NOTE: Mondraker recommends taking the forward geometry of the frame into account when selecting the length of the stem (frame size M: 55 mm stem length, frame size L: 65 mm stem length). The attachments shown are for illustrative purposes only and are not included in the scope of delivery.
Features:
- XC Forward Geometry
- Stealth Air Carbon
- XCO-optimized Zero Suspension System
- HHG internal cable routing
technical data:
Application: Cross Country, Marathon, Down Country
Material: Stealth Air Carbon
Frame sizes: M, L
Wheel size: 29"
Head tube: 1 1/8" - 1.5" tapered
Headset: S.H.I.S. ZS44/28.6 | ZS56/40
Front suspension travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension travel: 110 mm
Fork offset: 44 mm
Seat tube (inner diameter): 31.6 mm
Seat tube (outer diameter): n.a.
Front derailleur mount: none, only for 1x drivetrains
Bottom bracket type: 73 mm BSA
Disc brake mount: Postmount 6"
maximum brake rotor size: 160 mm
Maximum tire width: 2.4" (also smaller depending on manufacturer)
Rear axle system: 12x148 mm thru axle Boost, UDH derailleur hanger
Gear type: derailleur gears, 1-speed only
max. system weight: n/a A.
Seat tube length (A): M (440 mm), L (470 mm)
Top tube length (B): M (601 mm), L (629.4 mm)
Chainstay length (E): 435 mm
Actual seat tube angle (F): M (72.9°), L (73.2°)
Effective seat tube angle (G): M (76.2°), L (76.2°)
Steering angle (H): 66.5°
Wheelbase (J): M (1177 mm), L (1208 mm)
Head tube length (K): M (90 mm), L (105 mm)
Reach (L): M (455 mm), L (480 mm)
Stack (M): M (594.6 mm), L (608.3 mm)
Cable routing: internal
Colors: Unlimited Iridium (Oil Slick / Rainbow), black decals
Finish: glossy
Weight according to manufacturer: 2200g (size M)
Weight self-weighed: n/a A.
Scope of delivery:
1x MONDRAKER frame 29" F-Podium Carbon Unlimited Iridium | Oil Slick / Rainbow including thru axle and UDH derailleur hanger
1x RockShox SID Luxe Ultimate 3P Remote in Pull DebonAir, 165 x 45 mm
1x brake caliper adapter Postmount
1x saddle clamp
1x Acros AZX-239 R1 Block Lock
1x Set of mounting material for internally routed cables and cables including noise protection
ROCKSHOX Suspension Fork 29" SID Ultimate Charger Race Day 2 Remote DebonAir 120 mm BOOST 44 mm Offset tapered redavailable from stock
SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission MTB Group | 55 mm Chainline 174 mm Q-Factor Powermeter Spideravailable from stock