PRESS RELEASE 2014 - DSB

FORWARD
GEOMETRY
TECHNOLOGY
The new Dune series uses the Forward Geometry concept launched in the
higher-end 2013 models and which has garnered so much praise in the
international press.
The new Mondraker geometry presents
clear advantages for any category compared
with a traditional geometry as all its
benefits are focused on improving control,
handling, confidence and safety for our
bike.
In combination with the new 27’5” wheel,
Forward Geometry evolves in 2014 to provide
a more democratic compromise and
greater customisation options for all users.
The basis of the FG concept remains
unchanged; the geometry has longer top
tubes that are completely balanced with
shorter stems. The additional top tube
length is the same as the stem loses, so
as a result all contact points between the
rider and the bike remain in the same position
as in a traditional geometry; the only
difference lies in the front wheel axle that
is moved forward. There is no change in
the rest of the geometry.
The Forward Geometry “FG10” concept retains the same dimensions launched
in 2013, with the same stem measuring only 10 mm exclusively for the Dune
XR model given its particular Xtreme Racing specifications. The innovation
comes with the standardisation of the new “FG30” Forward Geometry in the
other models: Dune, Dune R and Dune RR 2014 where the top tube, and thus
the front-centre, grows equally relative to a conventional geometry and is balanced
by a stem measuring only 30 mm in length that puts the handlebar just
ahead and almost touching, the headset. Thus the FG30 involves a new balance
of measurements while maintaining the advantages of the Forward Geometry
concept and adding greater usability and better compromise for all users.
DUNE 2014
PRESS RELEASE
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