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A perfect all-rounder MTB for both weekday urban rides and weekend trail rides.
Montra is an Indian Performance Bicycle brand with all types of bicycles for all kinds of riders. The 2019 range of bicycles from Montra recently launched in India with a large fleet of bicycles. We got the opportunity to test ride the Montra Madrock 27.5” (2019) and here is what we thought.
Weight: 16.4 kgs
Usage: Leisure/Trail
Frame, Fit and Comfort
This alloy MTB comes in 17.5” and 19” frame sizes
The Montra Madrock 27.5” (2019) is built on a full alloy frame with a slightly slanting top tube. The bottom and top tube are joined at the head tube which makes for a strong front half which is capable of absorbing vibrations of the surface. The ride geometry is comfortable with no strain on the back and shoulders.
The Zoom front suspension fork comes with a minimal 60mm travel. This travel was sufficient for bumpy urban roads and for flat and slightly rough trails.
Design
The Madrock 27.5” (2019) comes in 2 colour variants; Charcoal Black with Cyan and Charcoal Black with Orange
This hardtail MTB which I test rode came in a full Black primary colour on the frame with Orange, White and Grey graphics. The matte paint job is of good quality with a smooth finish. The design of the graphics are simple and elegant. The slanting top tube, colour coded rims and saddle made this bicycle aesthetic.
Gearing
The 21-Speed Shimano Altus drivetrain worked smoothly on flat trails
The Madrock 27.5” (2019) comes equipped with Shimano Tourney derailleurs at the front and rear. During the test ride these derailleurs were smooth in shifting and had enough range for short commutes and leisure trail rides. The 3x7-Speed Shimano Tourney shifters were basic with gear indicators and easy spring action.
Brakes and Steering
The Logan Mechanical Disc brakes felt balanced and safe to use on rough trails and urban roads
The Logan Mechanical Disc brakes handle the stopping power on the Madrock 27.5” (2019). These are basic Mechanical Disc which are enough to keep the bicycle in control on flat, slippery trails. Both jamming of the brakes and interval braking felt safe even at high speeds.
The XMR Alloy handlebar on this hardtail MTB is perfect in length with a slight raise. This width enables safe control of the bicycle when riding fast on flat trails or amidst traffic on urban roads.
Wheels and Saddle
Heavily treaded 27.5” Wanda MTB tires
This hardtail MTB rolls on a pair of 27.5” x 2.1” Wanda tires. These tires are heavily treaded and made sure the cycle could roll on wet and muddy surfaces safely. The double walled Alloy rims made the wheel set strong. The XMR sport MTB saddle was perfect in length and had enough padding to keep the rider comfortable on bumpy rides.
Overall Rating
- Strong and comfortable Alloy frame
- Powerful Mechanical Disc brakes
- Heavily treaded 27.5” Wanda tires
- Front suspension fork could have had more travel
This hardtail bicycle is built on a full Alloy frame and comes with a comfortable frame geometry. The Logan Mechanical Disc brakes were powerful and balanced to use. Wanda’s 27.5” MTB tires were heavily treaded and rolls fast as well. Priced at Rs.17,100 (as on 15th July 2019) the Montra Madrock 27.5” (2019) is an ideal choice for anyone looking for a hardtail MTB for riding on both urban roads and moderate trails.
Prices and Specifications/Components are subject to change by the brand, without due notice.
