Day tours with long climbs are tailor-made for the Conway thanks to its comfortable riding position, which is easy on the back. The laboratory measurements, however, do not crown the All Mountain the climbing king: the heaviest frame (2883 g) combined with the heaviest wheels (4392 g). This means that the Q-MF is not in contention for the mountain prize, but its wide cockpit guides the test riders through every downhill with ease and confidence. Only the performance tyre compound of the Schwalbe tyres caused uncontrolled skidding on the damp test lap. A quick-release saddle would make it easier to lower the bike. Its absence costs points. As always, the Reba fork needs to be set softer than the air pressure table recommends. Our tip: 100 PSI at 75 kilos.
ConclusionDespite being a little overweight, no tour is too long for the good-natured Conway Q-MF - thanks to its comfortable riding position.
PLUS Pleasant touring geometry
MINUS Heavy wheels, high total weight, cheap tyre compound, no quick-release saddle
The alternativeFor 550 euros more you get a great package with the Conway Q-MF 800: complete Shimano XT, Fox suspension elements and Fulcrum Red Power XL system wheels with high-quality tyres.
