MSRP | $3,999 | $4,834 |
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Where to Buy | $3,999 17% off At Norco | — $1 At |
Category | Trail | Enduro |
| Carbon | Aluminum | |
Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 36 | Fox Factory Float 38 |
Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Performance Elite | Fox Float DPX2 Factory |
Wheels | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| 29″ | 29″ | |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
Groupset | XT, Praxis | XT |
Drivetrain | 1 × 12 | 1 × 12 |
Suspension | Full | Full |
Front Travel | 140mm | 170mm |
Rear Travel | 125mm | 160mm |
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Summary | The Norco Optic C2 Shimano and RAAW Madonna V2 FOX Factory XT are both 29″ full suspension mountain bikes with high-end components. The Optic C2 Shimano has a carbon frame, while the Madonna V2 FOX Factory XT has an aluminum frame, a better fork, and more travel. | |
Based on frame geometry and build specs.
Frame | Carbon Front Triangle, Aluminum Rear, 125mm Travel, UDH, Hangerless Interface Compatible, Ride Aligned™ BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Blue / Copper; Silver / Chrome | Aluminum BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Blue / Copper; Silver / Chrome |
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Fork | Fox Performance Elite FLOAT 36, GRIP2, 140mm Travel, 42mm Offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air | FOX FLOAT 38 Factory, GRIP2 damper, 44mm offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
Shock | Fox Performance Elite FLOAT DPX2, 190x45mm | FOX FLOAT DPX2 Factory, Options: FOX FLOAT X2 Factory, FOX DHX2 Factory, Standard-mount dimensions: 205mm x 60mm, Trunnion-mount dimensions: 205mm x 65mm |
Bottom Bracket | Praxis M30 BB92 | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 73mm BSA threaded |
Headset | FSA Internal Sealed Bearing | ACROS, ZS44 upper, ZS56 lower |
Stem | Norco 6061 Alloy, 45mm Length, 35mm Clamp | ACROS, 40mm or 50mm length |
Handlebar | TranzX Butted 6061 Alloy, 780mm, 20mm Rise | ACROS, aluminum, 780mm width, 25mm rise |
Saddle | Fizik Alpaca Terra, Wingflex | Ergon SM Enduro Men, M/L |
Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic dropper, 31.6mm, 125mm (S), 150mm (M,L), 170mm (XL) | FOX Transfer Factory dropper; choice of 125mm, 150mm, or 175mm drop |
Pedals | N/A | |
Grips | DMR Deathgrip | Ergon GD1 Evo Factory Slim, Frozen Stealth |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8100 | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed |
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Front Derailleur | N/A | |
Crank | Praxis Girder Carbon M30, 32T, 170mm | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 170mm length |
Shifters | Shimano XT SL-M8100 I-Spec EV | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed |
Cassette | Shimano XT CS-M8100, 10-51T, 12 Speed | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed, 10-51 tooth |
Chain | Shimano XT CN-M8100 | Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed |
Chain Guide | N/A | |
Brakes | Front: Shimano XT BR-M8120, 4 Piston, Metallic Pads, Rear: Shimano XT BR-M8120, 4 Piston, Metallic Pads | Shimano Deore XT M8120, 4-piston, Shimano RT86 203mm 6-bolt rotors |
Brake Levers | Shimano XT BR-M8020 | Shimano Deore XT M8120 |
Rims | Stan's Flow S1 29", 32H | Newmen Evolution A.30 wheelset, tubeless |
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Spokes | Newmen Evolution A.30 wheelset | |
Front Hub | Shimano XT HB-8110-B, 15x110mm Boost, Center Lock | Newmen Evolution A.30 wheelset, 6-bolt rotor mounts, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear with MICRO SPLINE driver |
Rear Hub | Shimano XT FH-8110-B 12x148mm Boost, 32H, Micro Spline, Center Lock | Newmen Evolution A.30 wheelset, 6-bolt rotor mounts, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear with MICRO SPLINE driver |
Tires | Front: Vittoria Mazza 2.4" Trail G2.0, Rear: Vittoria Martello 2.35" Trail G2.0 | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, TR, 29" x 2.5" WT, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, TR, 29" x 2.4" WT |
Disc Rotors | Shimano SM-RT70 Ice Tech, 203mm |