What is Commençal? It’s French for "beautifully engineered bikes with an unrivaled pedigree". Well, OK, it’s not the literal translation, but they are and the only place you can get them in SA is here! BMCR is now stocking the Meta 4s, Meta 55s, Supreme Mini DH, and Supernormal models. Click the pictures to see full size, or come in, say hello, and drool in person. The full Commençal range can be viewed on their website.

The Meta 4s

The Meta 4 is Commençal’s flagship design, the ultimate metamorphosis of the full-suspension XC bike.

Utilising their trademark Contact System suspension design (see box at right) and 4 inches of travel, the Meta 4 glides rather than bounces over singletrack, ensuring you get the maximum amount of push from every pedal stroke. Built to handle any terrain, it climbs like a hard-tail and descends like a dream; what more could you want?

(Want to see one in action? Keep an eye out for BMCR rider Nigel making his XC race winter season debut on the new Meta 4!)

The Meta 55s

Showcasing the Commençal Contact System suspension model, the Meta 55 flies off drops and bounces down rockeries with confidence, but also lets you climb back up the mountain, no problems.

The amazing grip in corners and traction on the most technical climbs will make you a convert to the brand, not to mention the Meta 55's great handling and value for money.

Don’t just take our word for it: Mountain Bike Rider UK magazine said, "the Commencal Meta 5.5(1) is the perfect bike" and gave it 10 out of 10!

With 5.5 inches of travel, put your pedal to the Meta and ride over everything all day long. :-)

Supernormal

The Supernormal helped build Commençal’s reputation for unequalled engineering design, and remains one of their most popular models.

Commençal’s attention to geometry means that the Supernormal outranks its competitors in both long-ride comfort and handling qualities.

Confident on singletrack and descents alike, this classic bike sets the benchmark for hardtail XC bikes the world over.

Supreme Mini DH

For the times when a XC rig doesn’t cut it but a full DH would be over-the-top, the Supreme Mini DH is your answer!

At home on the DH runs, bike parks, and singletrack, it’s as reliable as a full DH with the same Contact System and suspension qualities, but lighter and more playful. Throw in some climbing ability (just in case), increased stand-over height, easy adjustability, a reasonable price and it’s the perfect tool for outside fun.