The new Fox 32 Step-Cast has seen a total makeover, adopting a reverse arch and new damper, dropping 100g versus the previous generation while gaining a claimed 40 per cent increase in stiffness.With 100mm of travel, the Fox 32 Step-Cast is designed for epic XC marathon rides where every gram counts.Starting at 899 Fox 32 Step-Cast Performance, the new fork is only available in a 44mm offset version for 29in wheels. Why use a reverse arch crown?The reverse arch increases lateral stiffness by 40 per cent over the old model without adding weight. - Mike JamesFox said it used new software to design wireframe lattices that met its design requirements, adapting these into a structure it could manufacture. The new reverse arch crown is the result of this process.While Fox has used a reverse arch on its 32 Taper Cast gravel suspension fork, reverse arches are synonymous with Manitou on mountain bikes. This is the first Fox mountain bike fork to use a reverse arch.While the new lower legs arent any lighter than the traditional forward-facing crown, they provide a 40 per cent stiffness increase for a similar weight, according to Fox. This is because having the arch behind the stanchions helps reduce material as the curvature of the wheels, which means the arch can be made smaller.The new 32 Step-Cast is claimed to be as laterally stiff as the 34 Step-Cast.Grip SL damper drops weightThe new Grip SL damper shaves weight vs FIT4. - Mike JamesThe outgoing FIT4 damper was a closed bladder cartridge system with three on-the-fly compression damping positions open, medium and firm with additional low-speed compression adjustment in the open mode.For 2025, all of Foxs dampers move over to its Grip architecture with a spring-backed IFP (internal floating piston). This provides more consistent positive pressure inside the damper for better and faster damping.It also enables the fork to benefit from the Grip architectures self-healing properties, allowing the ingestion and expulsion of oil through the damper to prevent hydraulic ramp-up.A new spring-backed IFP provides consistent damping performance. - Mike JamesThe Grip SL damper in the 32 Step-Cast retains the 3-position adjustment of FIT4, but does away with the adjustable low-speed compression.The Grip SL damper is claimed to be 65g lighter than the previous FIT4 damper.Fox claims the new damper gives riders better control and a firm lockout for hammering the pedals. It still has a smooth blow-off force to reduce rider fatigue when you hit a bump when the fork is locked out.The fork also features a new air spring with a larger negative spring volume to increase initial sensitivity.It also changed the location where the positive and negative springs equalise pressure, helping add a higher ride height to the fork to give more predictability and better use of travel.Novel zero offset crownThe 32 Step Cast features a new 7000 series aluminium, 0mm offset crown to save grams. - Mike JamesRefinements elsewhere help shave off weight. The damper stanchion is double-butted, saving 9g versus the old stanchion.Fox also introduced a new 0mm offset crown. This is cast from 7000 series aluminium. To introduce 44mm of offset, the stanchions are angled in the crown by around 1 to 1.5 degrees.The switch to this design shaved 9g from the fork.Fox borrowed the Fox 34 Step-Cast steerer tube for the new fork,saving 11g from the previous 32 Step-Cast fork.The new Kabolt SL axle also shaves off 12g from the fork. In total, Fox claims the new fork weighs just 1,287g, down from 1,443g for an equivalent 29in previous-generation fork:Grip SL damper (vs FIT4): -65gKabolt SL axle: -12gDouble butted upper tube: -9gSteerer tube: -11gCrown: -9gCable guide:-1gFox 32 Step-Cast range overviewFox 32 Step Cast Factory Gold - Mike JamesThe Fox 32 Step-Cast is available in 100mm travel only with 29-in-wheel compatibility and 44mm offset. If you want more travel, youll need the 34 Step-Cast. UK prices are as follows:Fox 32 Step-Cast Gold: 1,119Fox 32 Step-Cast Factory: 1,099Fox 32 Step-Cast Factory Remote: 1,189Fox 32 Step-Cast Performance: 899Fox 32 Step-Cast Performance Remote: 989

BMCs new Roadmachine endurance bike range sports a greater 40mm tyre clearance, down tube storage and a greater focus on improving compliance.The rear triangle has been redesigned to increase flex. The bike has an integrated rear light and a new one-piece cockpit on the flagship model.There are five options in the range starting with the Roadmachine 01 and Roadmachine. The latter uses a more cost-effective carbon construction to hit a more accessible price point.Theres also a gravel-oriented Roadmachine 01 X, with the Roadmachine X sitting beneath it.Finally, there is an updated Roadmachine AMP electric road bike. The new bike uses a TQ HPR50 motor, but the Mahle-equipped models will remain in the range for the foreseeable future.Pricing starts at 3,199 / AU$4,799 for the BMC Roadmachine Five and rises to 12,999 / AU$17,499 for the range-topping Roadmachine 01 Two.UK pricing and distribution is TBC.How does it ride? Read our BMC Roadmachine 01 Two review.Fast accelerator and 27 per cent more compliant The Roadmachine has now become a much more versatile bike with its increased tyre clearance. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaAccording to BMC, the key aim with the third-generation Roadmachine was for it to be a fast accelerator, with controlled flex and reactive handling, all while being capable of accepting 40mm gravel bike tyres.BMC did not use its ACE supercomputer to design the new bike, instead relying on designers to achieve the desired riding properties.The new bike sees changes to the rear end. This is claimed to make the bike 27 per cent more compliant without sacrificing stiffness.The new bike bears the hallmarks of BMC design language. This includes the slightly raised triangular outside face of the top tube found on the outgoing Roadmachine, the kinked seatstays reminiscent of the Granfondo GF01, the D-shaped seatpost and ICS integrated cockpit.Kinked seatstays and a UCI-compliant seat tubeThe kinked seatstays are a nod to the Granfondo GF01. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe extra compliance is mainly achieved via the redesigned rear triangle. The kinked seatstays are reminiscent of those seen on the Granfondo GF01.The seatstays are thin and BMC has also altered the tube profiles of the seat tube.The cut-out for the rear wheel has been re-sculpted to increase tyre clearance. It also has a thin wall thickness to enable lots of flex.The seat tube is thin. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaBMCs head of R&D, Stefan Christ, said it was possible to reduce the thickness of the seat tube following a UCI rule change. Previously, the UCI mandated all tubes on the front triangle must be at least 25mm deep. This has been dropped to 10mm.The seatstays were lowered on the previous Roadmachine and remain in the same position. BMC says theyre as low as they can be while maintaining good power transfer and torsional stiffness.BMC says a thinner layup will result in additional flex at tube junctions.The weight goes up and frame storageThe frame weight is up by approximately 68g for a size 54cm. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaBMC openly says it prioritised compliance and stiffness over reducing weight. The new Roadmachine is claimed to weigh 963g in a size 54cm with the lightest paint finish and without hardware.Thats heavier than the claimed 895g frame weight of the second-generation Roadmachine. BMC says most of the weight increase is because of adding down tube storage.Christ says maintaining stiffness while introducing frame storage was the biggest design challenge. He explains that, with a hole in the down tube, its hard to maintain the torsional stiffness of the tube. Adding additional material to ensure stiffness increases weight.A lot of work has gone into the fork, too. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe new fork is claimed to 448g (with the steerer tube uncut). The outgoing fork was claimed to weigh 380g but BMC says this was with the steerer cut to an unspecified measurement.The second-tier Roadmachine is claimed to weigh 1,150g (also in a size 54 with the lightest paintjob). The matching fork weighs 480g.BMC says the cheaper frames offer the same riding characteristics but the increased weight is because of the different construction.40mm tyre clearanceBMC reckons you'll fit a tyre with up to a 40mm measured width with 4mm to spare. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe Roadmachines 40mm tyre clearance is generous for an endurance road bike, with only the Specialized Roubaix SL8 matching it.For comparison, the Trek Domane SLR is rated to 38mm tyres, with the Canyon Endurace and Pinarello Dogma X topping out at 35mm.The Roadmachine achieves its generous 40mm tyre clearance with heavy sculpting around the seatstay junction and fork crown.Inspired by the BMC Kaius gravel race bike, the fork leg thickness has been reduced to increase clearance.BMC's sticking with a BB86 press-fit standard. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaBMC says speccing a BB86 press-fit bottom bracket standard was also a key factor because a BSA threaded unit is wider.BMC says it would have been possible to increase tyre clearance further but this would have increased the rear-centre length something it didnt want to do.Stealth Dropouts and finishing touchesThe bike inherits BMC's Stealth Dropouts. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe Roadmachine inherits BMC's Stealth Dropouts, which debuted on the fourth-generation Teammachine SLR01. These see an in-moulded captive nut bonded inside the dropout, resulting in a clean finish said to improve aerodynamics.The front derailleur hanger is removable. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe new Roadmachine is compatible with both 2x and 1x drivetrains.The Roadmachine and Roadmachine X can also accept mechanical groupsets, but the premium Roadmachine 01 and Roadmachine 01 X are only compatible with electronic groupsets.There are mounts on the top tube for a bento box and the bike uses BMCs Aerocore bottle cage design to improve aerodynamics.There are top tube mounts for a bento box. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaTheres an integrated chain catcher, too. BMC installs protective tape as standard around the bottom bracket shell to prevent paint damage.The Roadmachine 01 X and Roadmachine X feature additional protection tape under the down tube to protect against rock strikes.The seatpost is D-shaped. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe D-shaped seatpost from the outgoing Roadmachine is retained on the new model. It is also used on the URS and Kaius. It is claimed to weigh 179g. A 15mm offset is specced as standard but a zero offset seatpost is available aftermarket.Like other BMC models, there is a direct mount hanger available for Shimano groupsets and a separate derailleur hanger for SRAM.Down tube storageThere's a switch at the top of the bottle cage to access the down tube storage. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaBMC uses a modified Aerocore bottle cage on the down tube. Rotating a switch beneath thisopens the door to the integrated down tube storage.A pouch for holding tools and spares is included with the 01 models and is available after-market for other models.There is a pouch tucked in underneath the hatch. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaDown tube storage is becoming commonplace on many of the best mountain bikes, and its appearing on gravel bikes too. Uptake on road bikes has been slower, with the Trek Domane SLR the most notable example to feature it to date.Because of the down tube storage, hoses are guided through the down tube to prevent them from being crushed.The down tube storage compartment is claimed to be water-repellent, rather than waterproof.Mudguard mountsThe Roadmachine and Roadmachine X feature mudguard mounts.You can also mount BMCs D-Fender mudguard on the saddle rails. This is similar to an AssSaver, albeit slightly longer and wider to increase coverage.The Roadmachine 01 models do not feature mudguard mounts but BMC says the tubes can accept the extra stress, and has tested them with clip-on mudguards.Integrated rear lightThere's an integrated rear light. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe Roadmachine features an integrated 20-lumen StVZO USB-chargeable rear bike light with a claimed 90-minute run time. A similar light debuted on BMC's Roadmachine AMP and Speedmachine. It sits behind the seatpost and can be attached or removed.The light is provided as stock on 01 bikes and can be purchased separately for others.A new handlebarThe new ICS Carbon Evo cockpit aims to further improve comfort and control. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe Roadmachine continues to use BMCs ICS handlebar and stem, with the hydraulic hoses running down the flat faces of the forks steerer.The new ICS Carbon Evo cockpit debuts on the Roadmachine 01 Two.The new bar features a reshaped drop for less hand fatigue and an ergonomic shape along the tops, according to BMC.The drops have an 8-degree flare. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe cockpit has a 135mm drop, a short 65mm reach and an 8-degree flare. It is available in 70 to 120 stem lengths in 10mm increments. Only one width option is available (40cm centre-to-centre on the top, flaring to 44cm on the drops).BMC says additional widths will be coming soon. The bar-stem will be available aftermarket for 699 / $699.BMC says its up to the dealer if theyre happy to swap the stock bar for a different size at the point of purchase.You'll find the ICS MTT suspension stem on the gravel models. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe Roadmachine models feature a more typical separate ICS stem and handlebar combo.The Roadmachine 01 X and Roadmachine X use BMCs ICS MTT Suspension Stem, which provides up to 20mm of tunable suspension via an elastomer setup designed in collaboration with Redshift.BMC Roadmachine geometryBMC wanted the chainstays to be as short as possible. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaThe Roadmachine has a shorter rear centre, higher stack and shorter reach than the previous generation. All sizes have a trail figure of 63mm. BMC says it wanted this number to be shared across all sizes to maintain the same riding characteristics.The head tube angle is slackened slightly on the two smallest sizes to prevent toe overlap.As a result of the increase in tyre clearance, chainstay length has grown to 415mm across all sizes, though the overall wheelbase only increases by 1 to 3mm depending on size. 47cm51cm54cm56cm58cm61cm Head tube angle (degrees)71.471.472.272.272.272.2 Head tube length (mm)112138154181207233 Seat tube angle (degrees)74.274.274.274.274.274.2 Seat tube length (mm)414461488508529550 Top tube length (mm)520537546559571581 Rear centre (mm)415415415415415415 Wheelbase (mm)9821,0009971,0101,0231,036 Bottom bracket drop (mm)757575757575 Fork rake (mm()505045454545 Trail (mm)636363636363 Reach (mm)370379383388393398 Stack (mm)525550570595620645 Edit Table BMC Roadmachine AMPThe Roadmachine AMP is built around a TQ HPR50 motor. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaBMC is concurrently launching the Roadmachine AMP an electric road bike with a TQ HPR50 motor.The brand says it partnered with TQ because the motors are quieter than the hub-based Mahle option it previously used.BMC wanted to go for as quiet a motor as possible. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaCompared to the non-assisted bikes, you dont get the Aerocore bottle cages or down tube storage because the battery is housed inside the down tube.You may remember Mavics X-Tend prototype motor that senior technical editor Ashley Quinlan had a first ride on last year on a modified BMC Teammachine SLR01.BikeRadar asked BMC if it intended to use Mavic motors in the future.BMC said its still working closely with Mavic but progress has been slow and the original 2025 to 2026 deadline is unlikely to be met.BMC Roadmachine models and availabilityBMC Roadmachine 01BMC Roadmachine 01 TwoThe Roadmachine 01 Two is the top road offering. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaGroupset: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Wheelset: DT Swiss ERC 1100Claimed weight: 7.1kgPrice: 12,999 / $12,999 / AU$17,499BMC Roadmachine 01 ThreeGroupset: SRAM Force eTap AXSWheelset: CRD-321 SLClaimed weight: 7.8kgPrice: 8,499 / $8,499 / AU$11,499BMC Roadmachine 01 FourGroupset: Shimano Ultegra Di2Wheelset: CRD-321Claimed weight: 7.9kgPrice: 7,999 / $7,999 / AU$10,999BMC RoadmachineBMC Roadmachine TwoGroupset: Shimano Ultegra Di2Wheelset: XRD-522Claimed weight: 8.2kgPrice: 5,499 / $5,499 / AU$7,499BMC Roadmachine FourGroupset: Shimano 105 Di2Wheelset: Mavic Open DiscClaimed weight: 8.6kgPrice: 4,199 / $4,199 / AU$5,999BMC Roadmachine FiveGroupset: Shimano 105Wheelset: Mavic Open DiscClaimed weight: 8.8kgPrice: 3,199 / $3,199 / AU$4,799BMC Roadmachine 01 XBMC Roadmachine 01 X OneThis is the top-of-the-range Roadmachine 01 X One. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaGroupset: SRAM Force XPLR AXS, 1x12Wheelset: CRD-321Claimed weight: 8.4kgPrice: 7,999 / $7,999 / N/A in AustraliaBMC Roadmachine XBMC Roadmachine X TwoGroupset: SRAM Rival eTap AXS, 1x12Wheelset: XRD-522Claimed weight: 8.8kgPrice: 4,799 / $4,799 / N/A in AustraliaBMC Roadmachine X ThreeGroupset: SRAM Apex XPLR AXS, 1x12Wheelset: XRD-522Claimed weight: 8.9kgPrice: 4,299 / $4,299 / N/A in AustraliaBMC Roadmachine 01 AMPBMC Roadmachine 01 AMP OneGroupset: Shimano Ultegra Di2Wheelset: CRD-400SLClaimed weight: 12.5kgPrice: 8,999 / $8,999 / N/A in AustraliaBMC Roadmachine 01 AMP TwoThe Roadmachine 01 AMP Two is specced with Shimano GRX Di2 and 32mm Pirelli Cinturato Velo tyres. - Oscar Huckle / Our MediaGroupset: Shimano GRX Di2Wheelset: CRD-400Claimed weight: 12.8kgPrice: 7,999 / $7,999 / N/A in AustraliaBMC Roadmachine 01 AMP ThreeGroupset: Shimano 105 Di2Wheelset: XRD-522Claimed weight: 13.1kgPrice: 7,999 / $7,999 / N/A in AustraliaBMC Roadmachine 01 AMP XGroupset: SRAM Force AXSWheelset: CRD-400Claimed weight: N/APrice: 8,999 / $8,999 / N/A in Australia

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Cannondale has updated its Synapse Neo electric road bike, adding a lighter, more powerful Bosch motor and switching to a carbon frame.The brand claims the Synapse Neo, which is based on the Synapse endurance bike, combines low weight and superlative performance.Cannondale specs the Synapse Neos ultra-smooth-riding-frameset with its high-end road components, including the internally routed Conceal Stem and HollowGram carbon wheels.The Synapse Neo costs 6,000 / 8,499 with the top-spec, all-road version priced at 6,000 / 6,999.A lighter, more powerful motorThe Synapse Neo now has the Bosch Performance Line SX motor. - CannondaleCannondale has tried to make the Synapse Neo ride and look more like the non-assisted Synapse.The endurance road bike topped its category in our 2022 Bike of the Year awards. As its WorldTour pedigree would suggest, the Synapse has tended to be racy for a long-distance machine.Accordingly, the Synapse Neo now uses the Bosch Performance Line SX drive unit, which is claimed to be the brands lightest electric bike motor.Bosch says the mid-drive Performance Line SX provides up to 600 watts of assist and 55Nm of torque while weighing just 2kg. This claimed weight includes a 400Wh battery, which is housed in the down tube.The range extender battery attaches to the down tube bottle cage mounts. - CannondaleTo increase range, you can carry a 250Wh secondary battery.In accordance with electric bike laws, the Performance Line SX helps you up to 25kph in Europe and 28mph in the US.The previous generation electric bike used a 3.2kg drive unit with a 250W motor.Full carbon road and all-road buildsThere are now dedicated road and all-road versions of the Synapse Neo. - CannondaleCannondale has switched from alloy to carbon for the new Synapse Neo frame.Cannondale hasnt confirmed the weight, but this should make it significantly lighter. The old model weighed 18.6kg in size L with an alloy frame and carbon fork.The thinner seatstays are now dropped like the original Synapse's. - CannondaleThe latest electric road bike also looks more like the non-motorised Synapse. It now has skinny, dropped seat stays, a pencil-thin top tube and a slimmer downtube.Cannondale says the Synapse Neo will help riders go further and faster on the road while the Synapse Neo Allroad enables longer adventures off the beaten track.The kickstand is included but mudguards are not. - CannondaleBoth builds come equipped for commuting and touring with a kickstand, as well as mounts for mudguards and a rear rack.Cannondale Synapse NeoThe Cannondale Synapse Neo gets carbon components and Ultegra Di2. - CannondaleThe Synapse Neo is built around a Shimano Ultegra R8170 Di2 groupset with a 50/34t FSA Bosch crank.HollowGram carbon wheels are wrapped in 700x30mm Vittoria Corsa tyres.Frame: Synapse Neo Carbon, Series 2 Carbon constructionFork: Synapse Neo Carbon, Series 2 Carbon constructionGroupset: Shimano Ultegra Di2 8170, 12-speedWheels: HollowGramTyres: Vittoria Corsa, 30mmGear ratios: 50/34t / 11-34tBars: Vision Metron Aero carbon, 31.8Stem: Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6Saddle: Fizik Tempo Argo R5Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XLPrice: 6,000 / 8,499Cannondale Synapse Neo AllroadThe off-road version comes in two specs the premium Synapse Neo Allroad 1 and the cheaper Synapse Neo Allroad 2, which is available in most territories apart from the UK.Cannondale equips the Synapse Neo Allroad 1 with a 12-speed SRAM Force AXS XPLR groupset, its own alloy GXD10 rims and Vittoria Terreno Dry tyres.The Synapse Neo Allroad 2 comes with a 12-speed Shimano GRX RX820 groupset, Cannondale GXD10 wheels and Terreno Dry tyres.Cannondale Synapse Neo Allroad 1The top-tier all-road model comes with SRAM Force AXS XPLR. - CannondaleFrame: Synapse Neo Carbon, Series 2 Carbon constructionFork: Synapse Neo Carbon, Series 2 Carbon constructionGroupset: SRAM Force AXS XPLRWheels: Cannondale GXD10, alloyTyres: Vittoria Terreno Dry, 40mmGear ratios: 38t / 10-44tBars: Butted 6061 alloy, 20 deg flare dropStem: Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6Saddle: Fizik Terra Argo X5Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XLPrice: 6,000 / 6,999Cannondale Synapse Neo Allroad 2The Synapse Neo AllRoad 2 has 40mm-wide tyres and a 2x drivetrain. - CannondaleFrame: Synapse Neo Carbon, Series 2 Carbon constructionFork: Synapse Neo Carbon, Series 2 Carbon constructionGroupset: Shimano GRX RX820Wheels: Cannondale GXD10, alloyTyres: Vittoria Terreno Dry, 40mmGear ratios: 48/32t / 11-34tBars: Butted 6061 alloy, 20 deg flare dropStem: Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6Saddle: Fizik Terra Argo X5Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XLPrice: 5,899

Despite not having a top climber in their Tour de Romandie lineup, Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale didn't give up the ambitions to fight for the stage win. The first important step was putting a rider in the early move. Dorian Godon, winner of the first stage took on this role. Afterwards, it was up to C...

The new Mondraker Dune is a lightweight electric enduro bike with 165mm of rear wheel travel, Boschs Performance Line SX motor and a full carbon fibre frame.The electric mountain bike takes the name of the brand's old enduro bike with Mondraker saying it sees the new bike as the natural evolution of the original.Three models will be available at launch with prices starting from 6,799 / $10,999 / 7,999 for the Dune R while the top-of-the-range Dune XR is priced at 11,999 / $16,499 / 11,999.We had a chance to ride the bike at the launch event in Portugal, so check out our initial impressions in our Dune XR first ride review.Carbon mono-block rockerMondraker says the high-end XR's colourway takes inspiration from the Erg Chebbi Dunes in Morocco. - MondrakerMondraker has used its highest modulus Stealth Air Carbon Fibre layup for the Dunes frame, which is said to offer the best balance of stiffness, compliance, trail buzz absorption and weight.This extends to the mono-block carbon fibre rocker linkage in the Zero suspension system.Coil shocks offer greater initial sensitivity than air shocks. - MondrakerMondraker says it has optimised its Zero suspension system to get the most out of the eMTB's layout, positioning the shock lower in the frame for increased sensitivity and shock absorbance.The new design debuted on the Mondraker Neat released last year and sees the seat tube intersected by the rear shock.Mondraker says the Dune can be used with either a coil or air shock, with the top-end model featuring an hlins TTX22 M.2 Coil shock with 165mm of travel.This model also features a 180mm front suspension fork, while the base model uses a 170mm fork.Mondraker has committed to a mixed wheel size. - MondrakerThe bike has mullet wheels, with a 29in wheel used up front and a 27.5in wheel at the rear.Unlike some other bikes that use this layout, you can't swap the rear wheel out for a 29in rim.Bosch Performance Line SX motorThe Bosch Performance Line SX motor is one of the punchiest in its weight range. - MondrakerAt the centre of the bike is Boschs Performance Line SX ebike motor that pumps out 55Nm torque and 600W of peak power.This is connected to a 400Wh battery integrated into the bike's downtube, which Mondraker says should provide power for over 1500m of elevation, but its unclear in which assistance mode this is.The ebike can also be paired with a PowerMore 250Wh range extender, taking the total battery size to 650Wh though this takes the bottle cage's place in the frame.Love it or hate it, headset cable routing makes for a clean cockpit. - MondrakerInternal headset cable routing is used to keep the front end clutter-free.There is frame protection around the rear triangle, which is said to silence chain slap.Gravity-focused geometryThe Mondraker Dune has gravity-focused geometry. The head angle measures 63.6 degrees and there is a relatively long reach measurement, following the brand's Forward Geometry principle, which sees a longer top tube paired with a shorter stem.The bike is available in four sizes from S to XL, with chainstay lengths being the same across the range at 445mm.The seat tube angle is steep at 77.1 degrees, which should help centre your weight when tackling technical climbs. SMLXL Seat tube length (mm)380420450490 Top tube length (mm)580600625650 BB height (mm)353353353353 Chainstay length (mm)445445445445 Actual seat tube angle (degrees)73.673.673.673.6 Effective seat tube angle (degrees)77.177.177.177.1 Head tube angle (degrees)63.663.663.663.6 Fork offset (mm)44444444 Wheelbase (mm)1236126012891313 Head tube length (mm)100110130140 Reach (mm)440460480500 Stack (mm)625634652662 Edit Table Mondraker Dune spec and priceMondraker Dune RFork: Fox 38 Float 3P Performance Grip, 170mmShock: Fox Float X Performance EVOLMotor: Bosch Performance Line SXDrivetrain: SRAM GX EagleBrakes: SRAM DB8 4-Piston DiscWheels: E*thirteen Grappler CoreTyres: Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5 (f), Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5x2.4 (r)Price: 6,799 / $10,999 / 7,999Mondraker Dune RRFork: hlins RXF 38 M.2, 170mmShock: hlins TTX AirMotor: Bosch Performance Line SXDrivetrain: SRAM GX Eagle AXSBrakes: SRAM Code Bronze StealthWheels: E*thirteen Grappler RaceTyres: Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5 (f), Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5x2.4 (r)Price: 8,499 / $12,999 / 9,499Mondraker Dune XRFork: hlins RXF 38 M.2, 180mmShock: hlins TTX22M.2Motor: Bosch Performance Line SXDrivetrain: SRAM X0 Eagle AXSBrakes: SRAM Code Ultimate StealthWheels: E*thirteen Grappler Race CarbonTyres: Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5 (f), Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5x2.4 (r)Price: 11,999 / $16,499 / 11,999