Fox Suspension 38 Float Factory GRIP 2 Boost Fork

All the revolutionary features of the revised 36 packaged in a super-stout chassis engineered specifically for modern hard-hitting, long travel enduro-style riding. The 38 forks are hungry to devour all you can throw at them and ask for more. "Factory" says it all - feature-packed and designed to exceed the demands of our Factory-level riders. What Fox sells is what the Pros race. Factory Series products feature slippery smooth, ultra-durable Genuine Kashima Coat. Lower Leg Bypass Channels As a fork compresses, the air volume within the lower legs decreases, increasing air pressure. The more the fork compresses, the more pressure increases. This effect can have the unintended consequence of preventing full travel from being achieved. The lower leg channels on the 38 model help to alleviate this issue by dramatically increasing air volume within the lower legs and thereby reducing the amount of additional unintended pressure ramping. Another benefit of these channels is that lower leg bath oil is circulated to the upper reaches of the lower legs, continuously lubricating the foam rings and bushings as the fork compresses and extends through its travel. Lower Leg Arch Stiffness-to-weight is the ultimate metric for bicycle design. Engineers invest countless hours poring over every ounce of material in an effort to optimize this critical ratio. Fox's updated lower leg design pulls out all the stops, shaving every possible gram while making sure not to compromise stiffness or strength requirements of modern enduro and gravity style riding. Modern frame designs and geometry trends require modern suspension design solutions. The arch design of the updated 38 forks is designed to pair perfectly with modern Enduro and Downhill bikes. Head tube profiles have grown larger and larger, and fork offsets shorter and shorter. Fox Suspension's revised arch shape takes this need into account by jutting forward to provide ample headtube clearance at full compression. State-of-the-art computer modelling techniques helped Fox to create an organic lower leg shape that optimises stiffness with the absolute minimal amount of material. GRIP2 Damper The GRIP2 damper is the benchmark for unparalleled ride quality and ultra-precise adjustability. GRIP2 includes our patented Variable Valve Control (VVC) technology which allows for external fine-tuning of suspension performance. GRIP2 achieves with the twist of a knob what typically requires the time consuming and complicated task of completely disassembling and reassembling the fork. Adjustments:  High-speed compression (w/VVC) 8 clicks Low-speed compression 16 clicks High-speed rebound (w/VVC) 8 clicks Low-speed rebound 16 clicks Floating Axle The updated 38 forks come equipped with an updated quick-release operated patent-pending floating axle system, combining the benefit of a floating axle with the ease of a tool-free quick-release. With this system, spacing is locked in via a floating sleeve, allowing repeated front wheel removal and reinstallation while maintaining perfect fork alignment. Floating sleeve positioning comes preset from the factory so if you are unsure of how to operate the floating axle system or simply don’t want to bother with it, you can just install the front wheel and get on with your ride. Please Note: Maximum tyre size 29“ x 2.6" (when using tyres larger than 2.4”, you should check the tyre clearance with the fork fully compressed. There should be a distance of at least 6 mm to the fork crown.) Additional Features: 38 model's steerer tube design incorporates elliptical shaping in taper zone, further maximising stiffness to weight ratio Update - lower leg bleeder Updated air/oil channels Updated GRIP2 damper now with dual VVC (Variable Valve Control) on HSC and HSR circuits Matching 8-click HSC and HSR adjustment on Grip2 forks and X2 shocks Unique design maximizes stiffness to weight and offers improved head tube clearance via radical and revised arch shape 31% stiffer transverse shear, 9% stiffer fore/aft and 20% torsionally stiffer than 36 Updated EVOL air spring 58mm crown diameter to match modern frame shape profiles Optional mudguard with sturdy and seamless 4-point direct-mount attachment protects upper tubes and dust wipers from dirt and debris Upper leg finish Genuine Kashima Coat