2022 Norco Optic C1 vs 2023 Mondraker Raze
The XL is the Mondraker Raze size closest to your XL Norco Optic C1. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Mondraker Raze
Compared with the Norco Optic C1 in XL, the Mondraker Raze in XL places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −9 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Norco Optic C1, XLMondraker Raze, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Norco Optic C1 XL | Mondraker Raze XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 510 | 510 mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 638 | 641 mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 65 | 65.5° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 76 | 76.5° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 669 | 658 mm | −11 mm |
| Chainstay length | 440 | 435 mm | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1275 | 1266 mm | −9 mm |
| BB drop | 38 | not listed | |
| BB height | 337 | 340 mm | +3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 485 | 490 mm | +5 mm |
| Head tube length | 130 | 120 mm | −10 mm |
Differences are the Mondraker Raze minus the Norco Optic C1. Full charts: 2022 Norco Optic C1, 2023 Mondraker Raze.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Optic C1Mondraker Raze
Each bike is ranked against the other trail bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Norco Optic C1 | Mondraker RazeRaze |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Mondraker Raze 29 |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox 29 RL Gold |
| Rear shock | not listed | Fox Float DPS LV EVOL Performance |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Crankset | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | not listed | Maxxis Dissector, Maxxis Aggressor |
| Hub | not listed | Formula DC-711, Formula DHT148 Boost |
| Rim | not listed | Mondraker MDK-EP1 29 |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Level T |
| Handlebar | not listed | Onoff Sulfur 1.0 double butted 6061 alloy |
| Stem | not listed | Onoff Sulfur FG 30mm 0º |
| Grips | not listed | Onoff Twin |
| Headset | not listed | Onoff Saturn tapered for 1-1/8” to 1-1/2” head tube |
| Dropper post | not listed | Onoff Pija dropper internal |
| Saddle | not listed | Mondraker MDK |
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