The World Cup bike is an account killer: Mondraker Summum Carbon RR on test
Team FREERIDE
· 16.08.2023
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To search for speed with the World Cup bike from Brook MacDonald and David Trummer, you have to put 10,000 euros (!) on the counter. In return, the Spaniards offer high-quality components, an elegant carbon chassis and many adjustment options. The chainstays can be trimmed to three lengths 450, (455, 460 mm). The steering angle is also adjustable with three headset shells. Gadget fans will be delighted with the Mind system: sensors on the fork bridge and rear triangle record, for example, the number of jumps, utilisation of the suspension travel, punches, riding time and average speed. The app is also intended to provide setup improvements.
We relied on our bum metre, and it went through the roof straight away. The bike spoils the rider with comfort and traction - even when the track swings the stick. The zero-suspension system works extremely sensitively, but also skilfully filters out fast, hard hits, allowing plenty of speed. In turns, the long Summum with its stubby stem requires more physical effort than the competition. On the jump track, the bike surprised us with nice counter-pressure and pop. The seatpost shouldn't be dropped too low, otherwise the saddle will rub against the rear wheel. We would have liked to have tried the Mullet version.
Conclusion on the Mondraker Summum Carbon RR:
You can't get much more of an ironing machine than this. The Summum has a first-class chassis, a racy geo and clever details. A consistent racer that is also fun in the park.
Stefan Garlicki (height: 1.84 m):
The suspension is not particularly progressive. This suits the bike well, as it remains sensitive and active on fast hits. A longer stem and the rear end in the long setting ... and I am ready to race!
Cheaper alternative:
The Summum R is the most affordable carbon model. The most striking differences compared to the model tested: the more favourable performance suspension from Fox, Sram Code R brakes and the GX drive. Price: 7499 euros (>> available here), weight: 16.9 kilos (manufacturer's specification).
Technical data and notes Mondraker Summum Carbon RR
Manufacturer information
Material / Sizes: Aluminium / S, M, L (tested size), XL
Price: 9999 Euro >> available here
Weight without pedals: 16.8 kg
Measurement data
- Front / rear suspension travel: 200 mm / 200 mm
- Rear suspension system: VPP
- Reach: 468 mm
- Stack: 640 mm
- BB drop: -22 mm
Equipment
- Fork / shock: Fox 40 Float Factory / Fox DHX2 Factory Kashima (500 lbs)
- Cranks / gears: Shimano Saint M825 / Shimano Saint brake system Shimano Saint M820
- Wheels: e*Thirteen e*spec Race carbon system wheelset
- Tyres: Michelin DH34 Magi-X DH Skinwall 2.4, Michelin DH34 Magi-X DH Skinwall 2.4 tyres
STRENGTHS
- Comfort chassis
- Plenty of reserves
- Fast
WEAKNESSES
- Expensive
- Poorly accessible fork valve, bent chain guide
FREERIDE RANKING
The number (maximum 10 points) reflects the overall impression of the testers and is not an addition of the performance points.
- 10 Test winner, it couldn't be better.
- 9 Very good. Purchase recommendation
- 8 Good. Solid performance
- 7 Below average. The product has weaknesses.
- 6 and less: We can only warn against this!
