Tags: Shocks
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First Look: Vorsprung's New Telum Coil Shock
The Telum is the first standalone product from the Canadian suspension manufacturer.
Jessie-May Morgan
Nov 28, 2023
First Look: The $865 Push SV8 Coil Shock
The SV8 is a single-valve shock offered with a choice of two damper tunes.
Mike Kazimer
Nov 15, 2023
Review: 2024 Fox Float Factory Shock
The new Float is aimed a trail bikes where space is at a premium, but descending performance is still a priority.
XFusionShox
Nov 7, 2023
XFusion Shox Announces New H3A Rear Shock
The H3A is a high-volume air shock that is intended for gravity-oriented riding with two options engineered to suit various riding preferences.
Henry Quinney
Nov 6, 2023
The Pinkbike Podcast: What Loic Bruni is Hiding, OE Deals and Motocross with Öhlins' Terje Hansen
Terje "TJ" Hansen was born at a motocross track and has seen mountain biking change a lot during his 25 years at Öhlins.
Matt Beer
Oct 31, 2023
Review: Cane Creek Tigon - The Air Charged Coil Shock
Cane Creek's newest coil shock also has an air spring to add more end-stroke progression.
Pinkbike Originals
Oct 17, 2023
Video: Tech Tuesday - How To Accurately Measure Sag
Henry explains why measuring sag on your shock isn't always as simple as it seems.
Pinkbike Originals
Oct 2, 2023
Video: Why Balanced Suspension is So Important
Last week, Christina gave you her tips for setting up your fork and rear shock. Now she's back, and talking all about balancing the two.
Pinkbike Originals
Sep 26, 2023
Video: How to Simply Set Up Your Shock
Christina returns to show how to get a good base setting for your shock, be it air or coil.
Matt Beer
Sep 26, 2023
Spotted: Formula's Air Shock for Enduro Bikes
Suspension manufacturers are under pressure to produce more shock options for enduro bikes and Formula appears to be the latest brand to bring air damper to the table.
Trek Expands Suspension Services & Offers Free Demo Bikes at Select Retailers
The brand is rolling out faster turnarounds and loaner bikes during suspension servicing at select retailers—and not just on Trek bikes.
Henry Quinney
Aug 25, 2023
The Pinkbike Vodcast?!: Episode 192 - Shock Week Roundtable
Henry sits down with Dario and Matt to hear their thoughts on testing the latest shocks, plus normal news with Alicia and Mike.
Matt Beer
Aug 25, 2023
Review: Ohlins TTX Air - Shock Week 2023
Swedish gold isn't cheap - Ohlins TTX Air is the most expensive shock in our group test, but does that mean it outperforms the others?
Matt Beer
Aug 25, 2023
Review: Marzocchi Bomber Air - Shock Week 2023
The Bomber Air is nearly half the size and cost of some of the other options in our group test.
Matt Beer
Aug 24, 2023
Review: DVO Topaz X - Shock Week 2023
The Topaz X gains additional low-speed compression adjustment compared to the standard Topaz.
Dario DiGiulio
Aug 23, 2023
Review: RockShox Vivid - Shock Week 2023
Shiny and new, the RockShox Vivid is the freshest shock in this week's lineup.
Dario DiGiulio
Aug 22, 2023
Review: Fox Float X2 - Shock Week 2023
Our air shock roundup kicks off with the Float X2.
Dario DiGiulio
Aug 22, 2023
Burning Question: Suspension Setup Pitfalls, New Technology, & More - Shock Week 2023
Chatting with representatives from five different suspension manufacturers about setup, preferred kinimatics, and technologies in other two-wheeled sports.
Dario DiGiulio
Aug 17, 2023
First Ride: The New RockShox Vivid Ultimate Shock
The Vivid returns to RockShox's lineup with a whole host of new features.
Ed Spratt
Aug 14, 2023
Spotted: RockShox Flight Attendant XC Shock
The Glentress World Champs brought plenty of thrilling racing but it also had some fresh tech on full display.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 11, 2023
Review: Cane Creek Coil IL Shock
The Cane Creek Coil IL is one of the smallest (and lightest) coil shocks on the market.
Henry Quinney
Jun 16, 2023
We Fine Tune Suspension Using Telemetry & Break Carbon Wheels | Pinkbike Magazine Show Ep. 9
Henry and Max talk about just how wrong Henry is about pretty much everything.
Dan Roberts
Jun 8, 2023
First Ride: Öhlins' New Cross-Country Suspension
Öhlins is ready for XC with the addition of a new fork and shock to their lineup.
Matt Beer
Jun 1, 2023
Review: DVO Topaz 3 Air Shock
The latest generation of the Topaz is super smooth and easily adjustable.
Matt Beer
May 30, 2023
Formula Releases MOD DH Coil Shock
The Mod is now available in a wider range of sizes to include DH bikes.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 18, 2023
Fox Announces New Float & Float SL Shocks
Trickle-down tech from the Float X is now found in Fox's trail and XC shocks.
EXT Racing Shox
Apr 4, 2023
EXT Launches Aria Shock
The new air shock has three air chambers (2 positive and 1 negative) to allow for a wide range of setup options.
Mike Levy
Mar 22, 2023
DVO's New Shock, Compression Upgrade Kit, and a Dropper Post for Climbers - Taipei Cycle Show 2023
DVO's new low and high-speed compression assembly can be retrofitted to existing Topaz and Jade shocks.
Mike Levy
Feb 28, 2023
First Look: Push Industries' Updated ElevenSix Shock
It looks the same on the outside, but Push says there are some big changes internally.
Pinkbike Originals
Nov 17, 2022
Video: Pro MTB Suspension Setup (Bracketing Properly) | How To Bike Season 2 Episode 2
All the tricks of the trade to set your suspension up "smoother than a well oiled badger." We're still not quite sure what that means, but our bikes feel great.
Seb Stott
Oct 27, 2022
Tech Week 2023: EXT's Aria Air Shock & ERA V2 190 Fork
The 190 mm Era uses new lower legs and thicker stanchion walls for added stiffness.
Samuel McMain
Oct 25, 2022
Tech Tuesday: Volume Spacers and Spring Curves
A quick primer on suspension terminology, and the basics of adjusting your setup with volume spacers.
DVO Suspension
Oct 17, 2022
DVO Suspension Announces Topaz Gen 3 Air Shock & Custom Tuning Option
The Topaz gets a stronger inner shaft and an updated bladder system.
Brian Park
Aug 6, 2022
A Closer Look at Jesse Melamed's Prototype Electronic FOX Suspension
Fresh off the Pro Stage.
Matt Beer
Apr 13, 2022
Review: EXT Arma Downhill Coil Shock
The control from this shock puts it on another level.
Beta MTB
Apr 9, 2022
EXT is Poised to Disrupt the Mountain Bike Suspension Game with its Aria Air Shock - Sea Otter 2022
Coils are cool, but air still dominates the mountain bike suspension world.
Seb Stott
Mar 29, 2022
Review: Öhlins TTX2 Air Shock
How does Öhlins' air shock stack up against the competition?
Seb Stott
Feb 24, 2022
How to Accurately Calculate What Spring Rate You Need
Time for a little math lesson from Seb Stott.
TEBP
Jan 18, 2022
The Chickadeehill LFB6 Shock has 2 Positive Air Chambers
A new suspension maker enters the market.
Seb Stott
Jan 14, 2022
Pinkbike Poll: Has Your Shock Ever Failed?
Are broken shocks really all that common?
James Smurthwaite
Jan 12, 2022
Spotted: EXT is Developing a New Air Shock
EXT is branching into air shocks for the first time.
Mike Levy
Oct 7, 2021
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 84 - Explaining RockShox's Computer Controlled Suspension
Talking about what Flight Attendant is like on the trail, what the heck Bias Adjust does, and if computer-controlled suspension really is the future.
Mike Levy
Oct 5, 2021
Video: Flight Attendant - RockShox's Self-Adjusting Computer-Controlled Suspension
The new Flight Attendant automatically adjusting suspension is for enduro and trail bikes, not short-travel cross-country rigs.
Seb Stott
Sep 28, 2021
EXT Introduces Superlight V2 Coil Springs
EXT claim the Superlight V2 is up to 30% lighter than previous EXT springs and other competitors' products.
Alicia Leggett
Jul 27, 2021
Tom Pidcock Won Olympics on What Looks Like Electronic Prototype Suspension from SR Suntour
SR Suntour might have something big in the works.
Mike Kazimer
May 25, 2021
EXT Announces New E-Storia Coil Shock
Want to make your $15k eMTB even fancier? EXT may have the answer.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 20, 2021
First Look: Fox's New Float X & DHX Shocks - Pond Beaver 2021
Two new options from Fox aimed at aggressive trail riders.
Daniel Sapp
Mar 11, 2021
Spotted: A RockShox Blackbox Shock on Trek's High Pivot DH Bike
A few more details have emerged about the new bike, including a shock we haven't seen before.
James Smurthwaite
Mar 3, 2021
SR Suntour Reveals New TriAir2 Shock - Taipei Cycle Online 2021
SR Suntour's TriAir shock gets an update for 2021.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 23, 2021
Review: Cane Creek Kitsuma Air Shock
Love turning dials? This shock could be for you.
Cascade Components
Dec 17, 2020
Cascade Components Announces Specialized Enduro and Norco Sight Links
Tune the suspension characteristics of the latest Specialized Enduro and Norco Sight with these new links.
Cane Creek
Dec 2, 2020
Cane Creek Celebrates 15 Years of Twin Tube Technology With the DB Heritage Shock
To celebrate our 15 year anniversary of twin tube technology, Cane Creek announces the DB Heritage shock.
Cascade Components
Nov 17, 2020
Cascade Components Announce Yeti SB140 Linkage
The link increases progression to 20% and bumps the travel to 145mm.
Daniel Sapp
Oct 27, 2020
Öhlins Updates TTXAir Platform with New Single Can TTX1Air
The new TTX1Air is a compact version of the TTXAir, now renamed the TTX2Air.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 23, 2020
BYB Releases Updated & Expanded Suspension Telemetry System
BYB's 2.0 system adds braking and wheel speed sensors to a refined telemetry kit.
Dan Roberts
Sep 22, 2020
First Ride: Formula's New Mod Shock
The Mod uses Formula's Compression Tuning System, which allows riders to easily alter the feel of the shock.
Cascade Components
Sep 21, 2020
Cascade Components Announces Kona Process 153 Link
Tune the suspension characteristics of a Kona Process 153 with this new link.
Cane Creek
Sep 2, 2020
Cane Creek Announces the DB Kitsuma Shock
The idea behind the DB Kitsuma shock was to take a complex and high-tech piece of componentry and make it easy to use for the rider.
Cascade Components
Aug 4, 2020
Cascade Components Announces SB130 and SB150 Links
Tune the suspension characteristics of Yeti with these new links.
OhlinsMTB
Jul 6, 2020
Öhlins Launch Spare Parts Kits and Home Service Videos
Öhlins has launched their own series of home service videos alongside a new range of spare parts kits to make it easier for riders to service their own suspension.
FOX Factory
May 30, 2020
Video: Jordi Explains the Purpose of Valves in a Shock in the Latest 'Dialed' Episode
Jordi breaks down a shock valve assembly and explains the basic purpose of valves (shims).
FOX Factory
May 28, 2020
Video: Jordi Explains How Volume Spacers Function & How to Set Them Up in the Latest 'Dialed' Episode
Dialed checks in with Jordi as he explains the basic function of volume spacers, and discusses when to add or remove them from your fork or shock.
Mike Levy
May 20, 2020
First Look: ShockTune is a Free Suspension Setup App
It uses your phone's accelerometer to tell you how good (or bad) or your suspension setup is.
Dan Roberts
Apr 7, 2020
First Look: Fox's New Float X2 & DHX2 Shocks - Pond Beaver 2020 (Updated With Video)
Fox's Float DHX2 and X2 shocks have received significant updates for 2021.
Mike Kazimer
Mar 12, 2020
Push's New ElevenSix Coil Shock Has Hydraulic Bottom Out Control
The ElevenSix receives a major revision for 2020.
Dan Roberts
Jan 23, 2020
First Ride: DT Swiss' 232 ONE Platform - A New XC Fork, Shock, & Dropper Post
With the Olympics on the horizons, DT Swiss have announced a trio of components aimed at XC racers.
Cane Creek
Dec 5, 2019
Cane Creek Announces Progressive Springs for Coil Shocks
Progressively wound coil spring is engineered to perform with modern suspension kinematics
Mike Levy
Dec 1, 2019
First Look: Sprindex's Adjustable-Rate Coil Spring
This clever coil spring lets riders easily adjust how firm it is by hand - no tools needed. Here's how it works.
Mike Levy
Oct 22, 2019
Spotted: MRP's Prototype Air-Sprung Shock
MRP says that the ''internals step outside of traditional shock designs,'' and it uses 2 air valves.
MRP Bike
Sep 30, 2019
MRP Ribbon Coil & Hazzard: The Ultimate Coil Combo
What's old is new again, and MRP has some strong feelings on the matter.
Dan Roberts
Sep 13, 2019
Review: Ohlins’ TTX22M Coil Shock Delivers Grin-Inducing Performance
Take a deep dive into the details and performance attributes of this golden Swedish shock.
Pinkbike Originals
Sep 5, 2019
Video: Hover Shocks, German Trail Bikes, and Finnish Tire Inserts - Eurobike 2019
Taking shocks apart, talking tire inserts, and a new trail bike that's all about options.
Mike Levy
Sep 5, 2019
A Look Inside Intend's Wild Hover Shock - Eurobike 2019
This €1,000 air-sprung shock from Germany is like nothing else out there.
Mike Levy
Sep 4, 2019
X-Fusion's New H3C Coil-Sprung Shock - Eurobike 2019
Coil-sprung, low weight, and a competitive price.
Daniel Sapp
Aug 28, 2019
Spotted: Prototype Fox DH Shock - Mont-Sainte-Anne World Champs 2019
Details are sparse on a prototype shock from Fox, but it's quite different from the current DHX2.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 28, 2019
Review: EXT Storia Lok - A Custom Tuned, Italian-Made Coil Shock
We test the latest version of EXT's exotic Italian enduro shock.
Mike Levy
Aug 10, 2019
DVO's Prototype 4-Way Adjustable Coil-Sprung Shock - Crankworx Whistler 2019
DVO also had the new Jade X shock and Aim's mountain bike-specific data logger.
Mike Levy
Jul 5, 2019
Review: Orbea's New Rally On Linkage for the Rallon
Orbea is updating the 2020 Rallon with more travel and revised kinematics, but you can retrofit the new linkage to the previous version. Levy finds out if it's worthwhile.
Brian Park
Jun 28, 2019
Randoms - Bike Connection Summer 2019
In between coffee, gelato, and uplifts we found a few new tech and apparel bits.
Daniel Sapp
May 13, 2019
First Look: Intend's Hover Shock - Garda Trentino 2019
Cornelius Kapfinger's new shock is designed to be very tunable, and looks unlike anything currently on the market.
Daniel Sapp
May 5, 2019
First Look: Manitou's 180mm Mezzer Pro Fork and Mara Pro Shock - Garda Trentino 2019
Manitou's newest suspension products are developed with a new approach from the ground up to offer more competitive performance.
James Smurthwaite
Apr 23, 2019
Confirmed: Cannondale's New Downhill Bike Has 2 Shocks
Cannondale have released the first footage of their new downhill bike and it's totally different to anything else out there.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 4, 2019
First Ride: RockShox's Updated Lyrik and New Deluxe Shock
There's a new Charger 2.1 damper, and multiple friction reducing features in RockShox's Signature Series suspension line.
Mike Levy
Mar 29, 2019
This Shock's Piston Disconnects at High-Frequencies - Taipei Cycle Show 2019
The Motion Engineering says their shock is able to tell the difference between impacts that need damping and those that need the shock to move as freely as possible.
Mike Kazimer
Jan 23, 2019
First Look: Marzocchi Bomber CR Coil Shock
Marzocchi are expanding their lineup with the addition of the Bomber CR.
Paul Aston
Sep 27, 2018
First Ride: Ohlins New RXF36 Trail Fork & TTX Air Shock
Ohlins admits they've had a tough time entering the MTB market, but they aim to change that with their new fork and shock.
Richard Cunningham
Aug 28, 2018
Review: Fox Live Valve Suspension
RC was impressed by prototypes of Fox's Live Valve electronically controlled fork and shock. Three years later, he returns with a full review of the production version.
Cane Creek
Aug 1, 2018
Cane Creek Announces Trunnion-Mount Versions of DB Air CS & DB Coil CS Shocks
Cane Creek's DB Air CS and DB Coil CS shocks are now available in trunnion-mount versions.
Mike Levy
Jun 26, 2018
Push Has A New Nomad-Ready Shock: ElevenSix SS
If you had a new Nomad or Slash, you were out of luck if you wanted to run an ElevenSix shock. Not anymore.
Matt Wragg
Apr 29, 2018
Bike Festival Randoms: A Hydraulic Drivetrain, Prototype Shocks, A New High-End Helmet, & More - Garda Trentino 2018
We take a walk through the eye-searing Garda Bike Festival. [update: the drivetrain isn't hydraulic.]
Mike Kazimer
Feb 27, 2018
Trek's Fox Float Thru Shaft Shock - Review
Trek's Thru Shaft shocks are a new spin on a concept that was first tried over twenty years ago. How does their version work out on the trail?
Pinkbike Staff
Dec 12, 2017
Push Announces Trunnion-Mounted Elevensix and ACS3 Kits for RockShox
Push has added new options for their Elevensix shock, as well as their ACS3 air-to-coil-conversion kit.
Vernon Felton
Jul 27, 2017
DVO Topaz T3 Air Shock - Review
Is DVO's Topaz T3 Air a viable alternative to other popular shocks in the all-mountain/enduro niche? We bolted this thing on and rode it for a season to find out.
Mike Kazimer
Jun 13, 2017
Fox Float DPX2 Shock - First Ride
Dive into the details of the Float DPX2, Fox's new twin-tube all-mountain shock.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 15, 2017
Quarq ShockWiz - First Impressions
Obsessed with achieving the ultimate suspension tune? Quark's ShockWiz could help.
Mike Levy
Feb 10, 2017
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Cane Creek DBcoil [IL] Shock - Review
Is Cane Creek's DBcoil [IL] a true alternative to a modern air-sprung shock?
Pinkbike Staff
Oct 12, 2016
Updated: Fox Recalls Certain Float X2 Shocks
Important information for riders who own a Float X2 shock.
David Arthur
May 26, 2016
Slytech Kneepro Noshock XT Lite knee pads - Review
Molded polyurethane cups provide excellent knee protection for minimalist trail riders.
Mike Kazimer
May 11, 2016
Push Elevensix Shock - Review
Push's USA-made shock is an attention grabber, but how does it perform?
Rachelle Frazer Boobar
Apr 7, 2016
RockShox's New Super Deluxe Shock - First Ride
RockShox reveal their two new metric shocks and the new sizing system is explained.
Pinkbike Staff
Jan 12, 2016
Ask Pinkbike: Shock Adjustments, Upgrading a Drivetrain, and DH Helmet Options
Pinkbike's tech editors answer some of your most pressing forum questions.
Mike Kazimer
Oct 27, 2015
Review: FOX Float X2 Shock
The Float X2 has already been successful out on the race track, but how does it perform in the real world?
Video: Rocks, Roots, Shocks
As winter approaches it's good to look back on what you did in summer and dream of doing it all again soon.
Vorsprung Suspension
Oct 20, 2015
Vorsprung Suspension Releases Corset Air Sleeve for Trek DRCV Shocks
Vorsprung Suspension is excited to announce their vaunted Corset air sleeve is now available for Fox/Trek DRCV shocks for the Trek Fuel EX, Remedy and Slash.
Richard Cunningham
Aug 25, 2015
First Ride: Cane Creek DBCoil Shock Gets a Climb Switch
Introducing the DBcoil CS shock - the performance benefits of a coil shock, with climbing efficiency available on the fly.
Mike Kazimer
Jun 5, 2015
First Look: ShockWiz Suspension Data Aquisition Device
A new compact device intended to help riders make the most of their suspension.
Mike Kazimer
Apr 1, 2015
Spin Doctor Digital Aftershock Pump - Review
A new digital shock pump with a tough aluminum body and a replaceable battery.
Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products we've been using day in and day out.
Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products we've been using day in and day out.
Mike Levy
Mar 31, 2015
FOX Factory Series Float DPS Shock - Review
We test FOX's brand new Float DPS shock back-to-back against last year's Float CTD to find out if the gains are worthwhile.
Richard Cunningham
Feb 17, 2015
First Look: Push Industries' Elevensix Shock
The world's most successful independent suspension tuner will manufacture a coil-over shock for all-mountain and enduro racing.
Pinkbike Staff
Oct 7, 2014
Ask Pinkbike - Crank Woes, Coil vs Air Shock, and Which Nukeproof?
Pinkbike's tech editors answer some of your most pressing forum questions.
Richard Cunningham
Apr 1, 2014
First Look: RockShox DebonAir - Monarch Shock Hop-Up Kit
New, retrofit air can for Monarch RC3 and RT3 shocks produces a smoother, more linear stroke and
doubles the effects of the shock's negative spring.
doubles the effects of the shock's negative spring.
Richard Cunningham
Dec 3, 2013
Two Niner Hardtails - No shocks, No Front Derailleurs Required
For riders who believe that simpler is better - Niner eliminates the provision for a front changer on its steel-tube, SIR 9 and hopes you won't choose one for its carbon fiber, One RDO 9.
Mike Kazimer
Oct 4, 2013
Pinkbike Product Picks
Chrome Cardiel Shank Hip Pack • Sombrio Silhouette Riding Shirt • Spring Time Kronos Ti Spring
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're riding and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're riding and how it performs.
Matt Wragg
Jul 15, 2013
First Look: Öhlins TTX Shock
We take a close look at the rather special new shock developed by Öhlins and Specialized.
Mike Levy
Jul 12, 2013
Cane Creek DBair CS Review
We spent a month riding Cane Creek's new DBair CS shock to find out how its novel climbing aid compares to the more traditional solutions out there.
Matt Wragg
Apr 30, 2013
To The Point - Cannondale's DYAD RT2 Pull-shocks
We ask Cannondale's Murray Washburn about their unique DYAD RT2 rear shocks.
To the Point is a new series of articles that explains the ins and outs of your bike every Tuesday.
To the Point is a new series of articles that explains the ins and outs of your bike every Tuesday.
Richard Cunningham
Apr 3, 2013
Fox Racing Shox Float CTD Boost Valve Remote Shock Review
Fox's mechanical handlebar-remote-control shock has been in service for over a year. Is it the right tool for the trail, or wasted space on the handlebar?
Mike Levy
Mar 8, 2013
2014 Vivid R2C Shock - First Look
Have RockShox created the most supple air shock on the market? We ride the evolved Vivid Air RC2 and the coil-sprung Vivid shocks to find out how well their new Counter Measure technology performs.
Mike Levy
Feb 13, 2013
Cane Creek Double Barrel Air Review
Is Cane Creek's Double Barrel Air a suspension game changer? We ride the ultra-tuneable shock to find out.
Tyler Maine
Dec 3, 2012
Video: Jade Rear Shock From DVO Preview
Last month we showed you the Emerald fork from DVO, now watch this video on their new shock.
Richard Cunningham
Oct 15, 2012
Fox iCD Suspension: Electronic Warfare Begins in Earnest
Originally intended for Word Cup XC suspension, Fox Racing Shox is expanding its iCD electronic remote control system to Enduro racing. We build up a Santa Cruz Tallboy to explore the concept.
Richard Cunningham
May 22, 2012
Tech Tuesday - What a Negative Spring is and Why it Makes the Coil-Spring Nearly Obsolete
Watch the video - How to fool an air spring into thinking it is made of steel.
Reality Redesigned: The GAUNTLET Ep5: Flexible Floating Piston
Episode 5 of The GAUNTLET: a behind the scenes look into what goes into critiquing, analyzing and scoring the top 9 designs in the Reality Redesigned contest.
Richard Cunningham
Feb 15, 2012
X-Fusion Velvet RL Fork and O2 RCX Shock Review
Two sharp-performing suspension products for hard-charging riders from the crew at X-Fusion.
Matt Wragg
Feb 1, 2012
2012 Fox Factory-Series Float RP23 Shock Long-Term Review
The industry's top trail shock confidently extends its lead into the foreseeable future.
Mike Levy
Sep 23, 2011
Pinkbike Product Picks
Chromag Lynx saddle • Maxxis Ardent 29 x 2.4" tire • RockShox Monarch RT3 shock • Point One Racing Podium pedal
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Mike Levy
Jul 23, 2010
Diverse Suspension Dueler Shock Review
The Dueler shock from Diverse Suspension is a bit of an anomaly in the world of mountain bikes. Not only is it fully user tunable with all parts and shims available directly from Diverse for easy custom valving, but it also has a starting price of only $389 USD including a titanium spring! Inside you can read up on what we thought of this impressively priced shock and how it held up throughout the test.
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Jordan Holmes
Dec 18, 2009
2010 Fox Shox - 32 Talas RLC and Float RP23 - Reviewed
Fox Racing Shox is a big name when it comes to any form of suspension damping. Fox has recently re-done their drop out system, their FIT Damper, and their overall fork design to not only lighten up the complete system, but make it stiffer, and more functional than before. As well we will look at the new addition of the Boost Valve technology to the Float RP23 shock series.
Click here for info on the 2010, 32 Talas RLC and the RP23...
Click here for info on the 2010, 32 Talas RLC and the RP23...
Mike Levy
Sep 28, 2009
Fox 32 FIT cartridge and RP23 With Boost Valve - Interbike 2009
Fox Racing Shox has made some important changes throughout their suspension lineup for 2010 by expanding some of their proven technology into other platforms. The 32 mm series of forks will be equipped with the downhill proven FIT damping cartridge for more control and reliability, and the revered Float RP23 should become even more capable with the addition of Boost Valve technology. Inside we'll take a closer look at both of these systems and what they mean to the rider. Put on your learning hat as there are two great videos to watch inside!
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Luc 'Acadian' Albert
Feb 23, 2008
2008 RockShox Vivid 5.1