Mondraker Chrono Carbon DC RR: Is it really a Down Country bike?

Mondraker were the first company to take progressive geometry mainstream with their XR bikes, so I was expecting a properly radical ride vibe from their new Downcountry hardtail. What I got was something totally different, so ride with me as I try and get my head round this mixed up XC / Trail mash up

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