Mondraker (correctly pronounced Mondracker) is celebrating 20 years of passion, innovation, and a relentless pursuit to create the best-handling mountain bikes. Founded by Paco Sanchez and Miguel Pina, a mountain biker and downhill racer, Mondraker was born from a desire to develop bikes that outperformed anything on the market. From the start, Mondraker pushed boundaries by focusing on gravity and racing, with four of its first seven models being suspension bikes. Named after the comic character Mandrake, “The Magician,” Mondraker set out to deliver performance-driven bikes for riders seeking more.
Mondraker’s success isn’t just rooted in their passion, but in their groundbreaking innovation. Two key patents set Mondraker apart from the competition: Forward Geometry and the ZERO Suspension System.
Forward Geometry revolutionized bike handling by increasing the top tube length and shortening the stem, providing more stability, control, and confidence at high speeds and on technical descents. This design shift redefined the way modern mountain bikes handle, giving riders an edge in both performance and utilization of your tire knobs. Longer and slacker has become the new trend on the scene and Mondraker can stake claim to beginning this revolution.
Meanwhile, the ZERO Suspension System offers unmatched suspension efficiency. Its dual-link design positions the shock between two suspension links, compressing it from both ends for incredible sensitivity to small bumps and the ability to handle big hits. This system provides optimal pedaling efficiency, minimizes pedal kickback, and ensures suspension performance remains unaffected by braking forces. In other words, your rear triangle has a mind of its own, encouraging you to hit bigger features at faster speeds.
These innovations solidify Mondraker’s position as a leader in mountain bike design, delivering bikes that offer unparalleled performance and control on any terrain. This company literally moves the sport forward in anything bikes and dirt related.
FUN FACT:
Mondraker made history at the 2016 DH World Championships in Val di Sole, Italy, by sweeping the podium with a 1-2-3 finish! Danny Hart, Laurie Greenland, and Florent Payet took first, second, and third place on their Summum Carbon bikes, marking an unprecedented achievement for the brand. Hart dominated the season with three World Cup wins, and Mondraker finished the year as the #1 ranked team.