Who it's for

  • Aggressive riders seeking maximum control and stability.
  • Experienced riders who demand fine-tuned suspension performance.
  • Mountain bikers needing robust, long-lasting, and dependable components.

Who should skip it

  • Weight-conscious riders prioritizing uphill efficiency.
  • Budget-minded riders or those with less demanding needs.
  • Casual riders or those on less technical terrain.

Performance breakdown

Small-bump sensitivity

The updated air spring tracks terrain chatter with incredible, buttery smoothness.

Excellent

Chassis stiffness

Massive 38mm stanchions provide unwavering tracking through the roughest, rockiest lines.

Excellent

Tuning precision

GRIP2 damper offers deep, nuanced adjustments for demanding, high-speed riding styles.

Excellent

Pressure management

Bleeders and bypass channels effectively eliminate harshness caused by trapped air.

Excellent

Mid-stroke support

Holds up beautifully in corners without diving under heavy braking loads.

Excellent

Setup complexity

Advanced adjustability requires patience and experience to dial in perfectly.

Good

Key Specs

Travel

170mm

Wheel Size

27.5-inch

Axle

110 x 15mm QR

Offset

44mm

Stanchion Diameter

38mm

Material

7000 series aluminum

Damper

GRIP2 with VVC

Spring

FLOAT EVOL

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