Cane Creek Progressive VALT Spring

A progressive spring starts off supple to handle small bumps and traction, but gets stiffer as it compresses deeper into its travel. This helps prevent harsh bottom-outs on big hits while keeping the initial part of your suspension feeling active and responsive.

This spring is designed for shocks that accommodate a 55mm stroke. You should verify your shock's stroke length and ensure your shock body is compatible with the inner diameter of this spring before purchasing.

A standard linear spring maintains the same resistance throughout the entire compression cycle. The Progressive VALT spring ramps up its support, which is particularly beneficial if your bike frame has a linear suspension design that tends to bottom out easily.

No, the spring rate is fixed within that range by the physical design of the coil. The 550-670lbs rating indicates the progressive nature of the spring, meaning it effectively behaves like a 550lb spring at the start of the stroke and ramps up to 670lbs toward the end.

Not at all. Cane Creek uses high-quality, lightweight steel alloys that allow for a thinner wire diameter without sacrificing strength. This reduces unsprung weight on your bike, which can improve suspension sensitivity and tracking.