Mondia was one of the most successful Swiss bicycle manufacturers. The origins of the company date back to 1918, although bicycle production did not begin until 1933. Shortly after, in 1936, Mondia sponsored a racing team for the Tour of Switzerland which was won by a Mondia rider. The Mondia "Super" racing frame was somewhat tighter and stiffer, and with a straighter front fork. Mondia Super frames used the less elaborate Prugnat chrome lugs with distinctive center cut-outs. Brazed-on guides for brake cables on this model were centered along the top of the top tube.