Bike Forks and Suspension

A bike fork and suspension are essential for any bike. These components absorb the shock during the ride and protect the rider from sudden jerks. It’s critical to understand the difference when buying bike forks and suspension.

Mountain bike suspension forks are optimized to be smooth enough to soak the force of small bumps and big hits alike. Such forks have stiff chassis allowing the rider to remain in control even during the wildest rides on rough mountainous terrain. Old mountain bike suspension forks were heavier, but now many top brands have managed to create light suspension forks for mountain bikes that are light. 

Road bike forks are designed to balance weight with stiffness to be best for city rides. They are designed to be smoother with less suspension, as they are not expected to experience serious bumps. Cross-country bike forks are made as light as possible to support long rides. Trail forks have stiffer chassis, yet they are optimized for weight. Downhill and Enduro bike suspension forks have the most rigid chassis, and as there is not much concern about optimized weight, they are heavier. But these forks have the most tunable settings.

Along with understanding the type of suspension fork, the confusion can also be about what fork brand and model to choose for your bike. Lucky for you, Planet Cyclery has top brands. RockShox, Fox Factory, BOS Suspension, Marzocchi, Cane Creek, MRP, Quarq, Ohlins, DVO, Ritchey, and Manitou are some of the best brands for bicycle forks and suspension. These brands provide models that vary according to the ride and riding style.

Suppose you are ready to buy from Planet Cyclery. In that case, we recommend looking for short travel forks for cross-country riding, mid-travel forks for city or trail riding, long travel suspension forks for enduro and freeriding, and dual crown forks for downhill bikes.

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    RockShox

    2010-2016 BoXXer Race/RC Rebound Damper Seal Head

    Special Price $1.95 was $16.00

    RockShox

    2010-2016 Revelation Air U-Turn Top Cap Kit

    Special Price $2.95 was $12.95

    RockShox

    2011-13 Revelation Dual Position Air Adjuster Knob

    Special Price $3.95 was $12.95

    RockShox

    2011-18 Sektor 150mm Firm Coil and Shaft Assembly, Blue

    Special Price $16.95 was $79.95

    RockShox

    2011-2012 Revelation Dual Postion Air Adjuster Knob, Aluminum

    Special Price $5.95 was $34.95

    RockShox

    26" 2009-2011 Reba U-Turn Air Lower Air Spring Assembly

    Special Price $6.95 was $49.95

    RockShox

    , Recon Slv SA Spring Internals 80mm 26", 29"

    Special Price $8.95 was $89.95

    RockShox

    , 30 Gold 80 Spring Internals Solo Air 26"

    Special Price $10.95 was $34.95

    RockShox

    , Pike 29 140 Spring Internals Solo Air

    Special Price $16.95 was $79.95

    RockShox

    Deluxe Trek Re:Aktiv Thru Shaft 200 hour/1 year Service Kit

    Special Price $26.95 was $49.00

    RockShox

    32mm 2006-09 BoXXer Tall Upper Crown, Black

    Special Price $38.95 was $69.95

    RockShox

    Monarch Air Can Kit 200X57/203X57

    Special Price $10.95 was $79.95

    RockShox

    Remote Climb-It Control Knob Kit

    Special Price $2.95 was $12.95
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