Happy to hear that! I had a lot of imposter syndrome posting this video. But I thought, let's just be honest... Surely there must be people like me who think about buying bikes like this. Old enough to be able to afford it, too old to feel immortal. Glad to hear it's appreciated.
Greetings from Texas. Excellent video and review of the V3. Just subscribed to follow your adventures in the big mountains . One reason I’m considering the V3 is the high stack you talked about, size medium is 650mm which is up to 30mm higher than many others. That cock pit position and geo plus all that adjustability , there is no other rig like the Madonna. Keep up the great work and have fun
I really enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing this for us! And I hope you are doing well! Working hard makes you stronger! That's what you are! And Never give up! Keep going because you are great! And you got my full support!
Just compared my Transition Spire to the Madonna V3. The high stack is what I really liked about the Madonna. Makes it better on the steep stuff where you have to put a lot of pressure on the front wheel. Also lets you get it into the air easier.
Thank you for the video. This frame is currently on my list for next year 👍 I think the geo is ideal. I am thinking about buying carbon wheels with it to keep the weight somewhat similar to what I am used to.
Great review. The limited seat tube insertion is an issue indeed. Also, if you're feeling a bit upper than your ideal position, 1st: it's not good :) and 2nd: you could install a 165mm shorter crankset. Shorter cranks also prevent the pedal strikes due to the low bottom braket. Ruben actually advises to run a 170 or a 165mm crankset on this bike. I love my 165mm cranks... and I love my Madonna. Cheers from France!!! ^^
Yes very true! I am not bothered by too many pedal strikes. But I am used to low bb bikes so I tend to be more aware of where the pedals are instead of trying to pedal through everything. Enjoy your bike!
Been enjoying this first impression so much, since I myself been eyeing on both Madonna and Jibb for a future project. Do let us know your long term review of it. Bis spaeter!
@@ALLMOUNTAINMTB Oh nothing just a planned project for my self-built full sus. I kinda like bike with high stack so Raaw and Banshee have the frames I want.
@@MarioB-xx8mk it's more stable and confidence inspiring. I mainly notice that on sections of trail where I'd otherwise be struggling with the bike, I am sometimes not even thinking about the bike.
