There are companies out there whose catalogs are hundreds of pages long, full of every possible type of bike imaginable. Not Raaw. Their lineup consists of one single model, the Madonna, which first launched in 2017. Version 2.0 came out earlier this year, and while there were a few geometry and frame design tweaks, the overall goal remains the same: to create a tough, functional, and above all, fast bike that can still be comfortably pedaled to the top of wild descents.
The Madonna has an aluminum frame, 29” wheels, 160mm of travel, and was designed around a 170mm fork, although a 180mm fork is a completely feasible option for riders who plan on getting extra sendy.
The frame only is priced at $2,385, and is available in either raw with a matte clear coat, or black with shiny decals. The Fox Factory model reviewed here goes for $4,780, with parts highlights that include a Fox 36 Factory fork and DPX2 shock, Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain and 4-piston brakes, and Newman A.30 aluminum wheels.
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