In this article I’ll be sharing my thoughts on the best downhill front suspension forks. I’m going to approach it slightly differently than simply providing you with an overview of current dual-crown fork models.
Those forks will definitely be represented in this article, but I also want to make a case for a number of single-crown forks to expand on your bike’s versatility and offer a bit more choice.
Dual-crown forks are both the stiffest and heaviest mountain bike front suspension available, able to offer the maximum amount of support on the toughest trails you can possibly find. Dual-crown forks have no equal when offering support and steering capabilities going downhill, and there isn’t a single professional downhill mountain biker who doesn’t have them mounted on their own bikes.
However, since there’s only a handful of people who’ve made it their profession to compete in downhill racing, dual-crown forks are not very versatile, and unless you know more about tuning suspension forks than the average bike mechanic, I wouldn’t try to setup a dual-crown fork for enduro riding.
Flowy and fast jump trails are probably the most fun to ride and where dual-crown forks really shine. You might make a case that on twisty, tech trails with lots of roots and rocks a more nimble enduro fork will outdo a pure downhill fork without offering too little support.
In terms of fork specifications the same damper and air spring technology is applied to both enduro and downhill forks. Enduro forks top out at 180mm of travel, while downhill forks tend to go up to 200mm of travel.
Brands understand that people looking for “downhill” forks might still want to be able to pedal their bikes up a hill instead of walking. So what I’m going to do is to list the single-crown enduro fork alongside the dual-crown downhill version.
Manitou Mezzer Pro
The Manitou Mezzer Pro deserves its place on this list, simply because it’s a fantastic brand making a fantastic-looking, hard-htting yet very versatile, 37mm stanchioned fork.
When talking front suspension, all the attention goes to Fox and RockShox, leaving all the other brands to work harder to get the same kind of recognition. So the big question is of course whether or not it measures up to the Fox 38 and Zeb Ultimate.
Simply looking at the specs, it does. Apart from the 37mm stanchions, the fork is offered with 140 up to 180mm of travel, so it can take plenty of abuse. It has all rake options you’d want, standard 15x110mm axle width, able to hold a 223mm rotor, and featuring the MC² damper and Dorado Air with IVA volume spacers.
I don’t usually care all that much about weight, especially not in the enduro and downhill category, but the weight of this fork at 2032 is markedly lighter than both the Zeb Ultimate and Fox 38 Factory.
A lot can be said about brands using proprietary marketing slang to denote ride characteristics of forks. Manitou coined the term IRT (Infinite Rate Tune) volume adjuster to be able to reduce air volume in the positive air chamber of the air spring with the need to open up the fork and add volume spacers. While maybe not a game changer, it’s incredibly user-friendly to finetune mid-stroke support with a higher degree of adjustability on the fly.
In less technical terms it means that for the majority of your ride (not to slow, not too hard) you can expertly dial in your ride preferences to get the most support possible from a fork within this category, with a smooth and supple ride as a result.
The Multi Compression Control (MC²) damper provides an independently adjustable high-speed compression circuit which combines with an independently adjustable low-speed circuit to offer an externally adjustable, on the fly high-speed blowoff threshold and tuning range. It offers 10 clicks of low-speed compression adjustment, and 4 clicks of high-speed compression adjustment.
Furthermore the fork has a 10-click rebound adjuster. And all MC² dampers include the hydraulic bottom out (HBO) system, which kicks in the final millimeters of travel. It’s not as nuanced and sophisticated as the most premium options out there, lacking sensitivity to smooth out the trail chatter.
The fork shines in its versatility with a starting travel of 140mm attainable without changing the air spring. With a relatively easy DIY job, you can add a number of travel spacers to get to the desired travel effectively. Maybe not as versatile for true enduro riding, the fork offers a wide application of riding styles with a user-friendly setup and incredible plushness for probably the far majority of riders.
- Incredible plush mid-stroke support with intuitive air spring tech. Versatile and beefy long-travel trail fork
- Not the best true enduro fork.
Manitou Dorado Expert
The Manitou Dorado Expert is the same as the Pro version but lacking carbon lower legs.
The MC² damper isn’t offered for Manitou’s downhill forks, but they offer the downhill-specific TCP+ (Twin Piston Chamber) damper. This damper is a velocity and position dependent damping circuit that maintains light damping through small bumps when the fork is high in its travel.
The secondary TPC+ circuit controls damping force for deep travel movement caused by jumps, big drops, and the like. As the fork compresses deeper in the travel the IFP (Independent Floating Piston) engages and increases the damping force for added support and bottom-out prevention.
The TPC+ damper offers both a whopping 16 clicks of high-speed compression adjustment and 16 clicks of TPC+ deep travel compression adjustment. Furthermore the fork also offers 18 clicks of rebound adjustment. Additionally, an independent Hydraulic Bottom-out (HBO) circuit further increases the damping force in the final 30mm of travel to soften deep travel events and prevent hard bottom out.
Common for dirt bikes, but much less so for mountain bikes, you’re looking at an inverted dual-crown front suspension. But the need for lighter weight made these type of forks generally lacking in stiffness, which is a trait you don’t want to have associated with a fork, least of all a downhill one.
The pro circuit is dominated by BoXXers and Fox 40s. Only occasionally and already many years ago has a Dorado been admitted to the scene. This is probably less a factor of quality, but more one of budget and marketing prowess.
Besides looking incredibly cool and being an excellent conversation starter, is there really any benefit of riding an inverted fork that makes you want to choose this one over the other well-known established fork types. As always, the answer to that question is “it depends”.
The possible downside of reduced stiffness is really a subjective one. It’s kind of strange to be looking for a supple fork, while at the same time wanting them to be as stiff as possible. Could it be that a little flex would actually aid the ability of the front suspension to overcome the trail?
Probably not, but I haven’t seen a solid comparison only about stiffness between forks anyway. And the improved 37mm stanchions with 20×100 BOOST axle width is said to be markedly stiffer than its predecessors.
Another thing to consider is that the heavy internals of the fork are higher up the fork near the handlebars, making it easier to get the fork to start moving, as well as permanently lubricating the fork seals with all that oil sitting on top. From a small-bump sensitivity approach this is the better suspension design for downhill riding.
The 200mm of travel with Dorado Air system allows for externally adjusting the spring rate, of which there’s plenty. So you don’t have to worry about not being able to soak up big hits.
- Great downhill fork with unique inverted aesthetics
- Probably not the safe choice, it keeps its mystic allure.
Fox 38 Factory
The Fox 38 Factory is a front suspension meant for enduro. Depending on the length of travel, which sits between 160 and 180mm, you can also use it as a very stiff trail riding fork, especially if you’re a bit heavier. The 160 and 170mm versions only come in black, with a single orange 180mm version available.
Between each fork there’s always overlap, and besides an increase in price, travel options and stanchion width, this fork is similar to the Fox 36 Factory. So a 160mm 36 comes with the same specifications as the 39.
They both have a tire clearance up to 2.8 inch, offer a standard 44mm fork offset (and 37 and 51mm), brake rotor compatibility up to 230mm, 15x110mm axle widths, and GRIP2 with FLOAT EVOL damper/air spring combos.
If you would ever be able to notice any flex in a Fox fork, it might be the difference between a 32 Step-Cast and standard 34, and then only if you ride them like a pro back to back. However, if you’re the type of person who’s not afraid to send it, the 38 might be the go-to choice, because you’re certain there’s less flex, thus less stiction because of the increased torsional stiffness. E.g. the stanchions don’t rub as much inside the bushings.
In terms of its climbing capacity the difference between a 36 and 38 has to do with bike geometry not with weight, even though the 38 is obviously heavier. Yet nobody’s going to convince me 250 grams, which is the weight difference between the two, can be noticed.
The fork fully supports both common enduro 27.5 and 29 inch wheel sizes, which makes this the ultimate Fox enduro and downhill front suspension or long-travel trail riding companion.
- Top-of-the-line enduro or long-travel trail riding front suspension. Used by heavier riders in the 160mm version
- None except for its very serious price
Fox 38 Performance Elite
Except for the lack of Kashima coat and the fact it’s only available with 170mm of travel and 44mm of rake, the Fox 38 Performance Elite is otherwise exactly the same as the more expensive Factory version.
The Kashima coating is a third party coating from Japanese firm Miyaki whereby the microscopic porous coating of the anodization film of the fork legs is filled up with molybdenum disulfide through electrolysis. In turn, it creates a smoother, harder, longer-lasting coating with a characteristic bronze color.
I add more value to increase a very expensive piece of equipment’s longevity than the possible reduction in stiction, yet for the difference in price you could buy a very nice set of premium pedals. So unless you really want a different travel length than 170mm the choice between this one and the Factory version is difficult indeed.
- Almost just as good as the amazing 38 Factory
- Only comes in in a 170mm travel version and 44mm rake
Fox 38 Performance
I’ve read somewhere that the Fox 38 Performance is actually a really good enduro fork for lighter riders, who don’t need to adjust as much as a person of average weight. The adjustment in this case refers to the different GRIP damper in this fork versus both the Factory and Performance Elite, which have the GRIP 2 damper.
The GRIP damper offers 3 on-the-fly settings equating Open (no damping), and Firm damping configurations with infinite adjustment in between 3 dedents. The settings can be configured with a single dial. The GRIP damper also offers a 10-click rebound adjuster knob at the bottom of the damper, which means you cannot independently adjust high- and low-speed rebound. This improves ease of setup at the cost of adjustability.
The biggest difference with the GRIP2 damper is that it offers high-speed compression as well. A lighter rider will need a bigger impact to achieve the same amount of travel, so it does make sense that high-speed compression adjustment is less of an issue for such a person. And the Performance fork is significantly more affordable while offering basically the same specifications.
So the Fox 38 Performance is a really good choice for both women and men of small stature in terms of weight. In general a lot of people only use a handful of clicks, both for compression and rebound, to get to the right setup, and it’s simply a waste of money to have something you’re not going to use. Also let’s not forget, the GRIP damper is easier to set up for those people who don’t really care anyway about constantly worrying about being dialed in correctly.
- Fantastic enduro fork, especially for lighter people. Cheaper, and less of a hassle to set up.
- None
Fox 40 Factory
Fox doesn’t even bother making anything other than a Factory version for their biggest front suspension: the Fox 40 Factory.
A dual-crown 1.125 straight steerer with industry-leading 40mm stanchions is strapped to every bike from Fox’ sponsored pro riders. And as with the enduro version this one also features the GRIP2 damper and FLOAT air spring.
203mm of travel should enable you to point your bike in a straight line down even the gnarliest slopes, with 48mm of rake for the 27.5 version and 52mm for the 29″ version. It’s weight at 2816 is nothing to scoff at, but within bounds for dual-crown front suspension.
To quickly reiterate, the GRIP2 damper offers both low- and high-speed compression, and low-and high-speed rebound compression, with 16 and 8 clicks in consecutive order for both pairs of settings. The air spring let’s you allow to add either 5 volume adjusters for the 200mm version and 7 for the 190mm version.
With that much travel and that much adjustment, you really need to know what you’re doing and using bracketing to move away from the standard pressure settings is probably necessary to finetune the entire system.
The Fox 40 does not disappoint in terms of its riding characteristics, with immedidate suppleness of the top, and easy way to dial in the needed spring curve to deal with either ore sketchy tech trails or flowy jump trails.
- Factory-only downhill fork let's everybody know you mean business
- Prepare to dig deep into your wallet for this one
RockShox Domain RC
Ranging from 150 up to 180mm of travel the RockShox Domain RC is the big brand’s affordable enduro offering.
Available with a single 44mm rake option, standard BOOST axle compatibility, a max rotor size of 220mm, and a 2.8 inch max tire clearance it has all your standard options to fit modern day bikes.
Just like other mid-tier forks, like the Judy Gold and Recon Silver, the Domain RC is outfitted with a Motion Control damper and DebonAir air spring, offering compression and rebound adjustment besides the ability to control the spring curve with of your air spring with an ample amount of volume spacers.
But where those forks are for XC and trail with respectively 30 and 32mm stanchions, this one can be considered a big hitter as the entry-level enduro fork with 38mm stanchions for maximum stiffness and control on rocky descents.
- Great mid-tier entry-level enduro fork with lots of adjustability and travel lengths. Solid choice for heavier riders who want maximum plushness and stiffness to support aggressive trail riding
- None within this price range
RockShox ZEB Ultimate
The RockShox ZEB Ultimate is to the Lyrik Ultimate what the Fox 38 Factory is to the 36 Factory: basically a beefier model with 38mm stanchions and enduro-style travel options.
From 150mm all the way up to 180mm in 10mm increments, it means you can slap a shorter version of this heavy-duty fork on your long-travel trail bike, or choose this one over the 35mm stanchions of the Lyrik if you’re a heavier rider who’s looking for added stiffness on the roughest of trails.
Of all the brands offering front suspension, RockShox might feel the most controlled when going through its travel, gradually ramping up when needing to deal with the biggest hits. This ensures a smooth, controlled feeling while riding, with less need to throw your body around than you might be used to with earlier iterations of this fork, or other brands. Granted, the differences might only be noticeable when you’re riding different forks back to back and with a proper configuration, but it’s worth mentioning nonetheless.
I feel the ZEB is less racey and performance-oriented, lacking the high-speed rebound adjustment of the Fox 38. And unlike certain reviews might claim, more force is needed to get it started in its travel, making it more poppy and a tad more harsh on relative smooth trail conditions.
The Fox 38 progresses more lineary in the last stretches of its travel, making full use of it and maximising control when pointing the bike straight down a rock garden. This is not everybody’s cup of tea though, and the Zeb feels a bit less harsh because of it, sacrificing a bit of control for comfort on the mid-stroke for more average non-pro riding styles.
Though less adjustability in terms of clicks than the Fox 38, with 5 and 18 clicks of high- and low-speed compression consecutively, the changes between them feel distinct, especially when dialing-in the high-speed compression.
It’s always difficult to compare forks, and it’s just as difficult here. Besides ride quality, there’s also serviceability to take into account, and obviously price. Rockshox is almost allways the clear winner in the latter department, especially in regions other than North America. So that’s a big plus for this fork, which is still one of the most expensive ones in RockShox’ lineup.
In terms of longevity, I’m someone who looks beyond using a fork for just 3 years before deciding to sell his bike, and Fox’s Factory forks are both easier to service and of higher quality. And as yet, I can’t say anything about prolonged use of the new ButterCups.
By looking at the price and the ride characteristics of the fork I feel this is more the working man’s enduro and long-travel trail fork.
- More suitable enduro and long-travel trail for the average rider, and cheaper
- Lower build quality and less performance-oriented than its biggest competitor, the Fox 38 Factory. Not as supple with respect to small-bump sensitivity
RockShox ZEB Select
For the Select version of the ZEB, RockShox uses a Charger RC damper without ButterCups (which can still be had as a separate upgrade kit). So if you’re looking for an excellent enduro fork, that’s just a bit cheaper, and missing the lower-leg bleeders, will the Charger RC still do the job for you?
The obvious answer is “of course”. Don’t get me wrong, but the average rider doesn’t know how to correctly set up his or her suspension anyway, so a change in dampers is only going to affect people who know what they’re doing. But if you’re one of those people I would argue this fork is basically just as good as the Ultimate.
Recently RockShox has started messing up their naming conventions for damper technology, which makes it really difficult to know what’s what through the years. The Charger RC is basically an older-style damper using bladder technology. This means a little bit less robust than the current Charger 3 damper, but is being offered for a much lower price.
Again, just as with the Fox 38 Performance, you lose high-speed compression adjustability, which might not really make a difference for women and lighter riders. There are still a ton of travel options available, all the fork offsets you ever want to choose from, and the ability to mount a massive rotor without an adapter with a very burly front tire.
It’s a great platform for the average rider, since if you do want to move up in terms of specifications, the chassis supports compatibility with the better damper. Yet the lack of ButterCups combined with the initial force to get the fork moving, makes for a poppy fork that’s a bit harsher than both its more expensive brethren and the competition. On the flipside, you do get a fork that handles rough terrain at high speed excellent, and you can preload the suspension on jumps and in corners.
With so many of the specifications being the same, you’d argue that the cheaper Select would be a great value for people wanting to save a bit of cash. However, the upgrade ability is nice, but in the end will be more expensive than buying an Ultimate from the start. So unless you already have the better damper laying around and know how to install it, the feature is an expensive one at best.
Also Fox’ GRIP damper versus the GRIP2 seems to cater to two different audiences instead of one being the inferior option to the other. That doesn’t really seem to be the case with the Charger RC damper, which introduces harshness to a ride, which used to feel more plush with a similar yet older suspension.
- Poppy and active enduro fork
- Harsher than its competition, in the same price category and earlier iterations. No high-speed compression adjustment. The Ultimate version is really better
RockShox BoXXer Ultimate
The RockShox BoXXer Ultimate with its 35mm stanchions has a much lighter chassis than the Fox 40, and offers a number of advantages, which could result in you choosing this one over the other.
The RockShox BoXXer Ultimate is the only front suspension in their lineup using the Charger 2.1 RC2 damper, with independent high- and low speed compression and rebound adjustment. That’s less adjustability than the Fox 40, which makes this fork easier to adjust for the average downhill enthusiast. But the 4 clicks of high-speed compression are distinguishable from each other making choosing the right setting less of a hassle.
With earlier models being somewhat slammed for their lack of small-bump compliance, RockShox has really focused on this initial part of the fork’s travel, with newer seals and a different damper fluid. This effort really pays off making the fork on par with the Fox 40.
Since the travel ranges from 180 to 200mm, and using 35mm stanchions, the fork favors lighter downhill riders as well, or those who just want a little less weight to throw around, keeping them riding longer and harder.
- With small-bump sensitivity on par with Fox's 40 the cheaper BoXXer Ultimate is a solid contender for (lighter) downhill riders
- None
RockShox BoXXer Select
The RockShox BoXXer Select is kind of a surprise, in that it’s so much more affordable than the Ultimate while only the damper is changed, swapping out the Charger 2.1 RC2 for a Charger RC.
The entire RockShox Select lineup features the Charger RC damper, but it’s with the Boxxer that for some reason the price difference is a 400 dollar gap. Whereas with the other forks it’s around 260 dollars. This difference in price is bigger than buying the Select and upgrading it to the RC2 and having a spare damper on the side, which would normally not be the case.
But price differences aside, the other difference is high-speed compression, which would be quite nice to have for a pure downhill fork. You don’t get that so you’re stuck with low-speed compression and rebound adjustment.
For such a niche market I don’t know if the audience for budget-friendly downhill forks is large, since usually you naturally progress from enduro to downhill, the latter being kind of the last step in your mountain bike career offering the biggest riding challenges.
And if you’re riding either Fox or RockShox, you’re probably already used to a FIT4, GRIP2, or Charger 3 damper. So the move to a Charger RC would constitute a downgrade in terms of small-bump sensitivity and fine tuning your ability to gobble up harsh trails at speed.
- Budget-friendly downhill fork, but what's in a name
- Lack of high-speed compression in the Charger RC damper is kind of a mismatch with the fork's purpose
Marzocchi Bomber 58
After being acquired by Fox, the Italian brand has made a big return, borrowing technology from its mother company and applying it to much more budget-friendly, but equally impressive front suspension.
The same goes for the Marzocchi Bomber 58, which is the much more affordable Fox 40, easier to set up, easier to adjust, and just as much fun to ride.
It has the same specifications you’ll find on any other dual-crown fork, except its availability is curbed to 27.5″ wheels only. But you do get your 200mm of travel, with 40mm stanchions, a good 51mm of rake, and 20×110 BOOST axle.
Where the Fox 40 has some premium features, with the biggest one being the Kashima coated stanchions holding the GRIP2 damper, and FLOAT air spring, you get the exact same GRIP damper from Fox’s Performance lineup with the Bomber 58. It basically turns this fork into a Fox 40 Performance version.
The GRIP damper offers general continuous or infinite compression adjustability with (no detents) with a two position dial. The compression alters both high- and low-speed compression. By circulating oil through the entire lower legs continuous lubrication, longer lifespan, and lower risk of wear is guaranteed. It also enhances the length of operability before your next service iteration. Furthermore the GRIP damper offers 13 clicks of rebound adjustment.
It’s probably the best value-for-money downhill fork on the market, and must be on anyone’s radar who’s serious about diving into downhill riding.
- Best value-for-money downhill fork
- None for its pricepoint
Specifications downhill front suspension forks
Name | Price | Wheel size | Travel | Stanchion | Rake | Axle | Rotor size | Max tire width | Damper | Air spring | Steerer | Color | Buy at Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Manitou Mezzer Pro | 1100 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 140-180mm | 37mm 7000 series aluminum | 37mm, 44mm (27.5″) 44mm, 51mm (29″) | 15x110mm Hexlock | 180-223mm | 2.9″ | MC² | Dorado Air w. IVA | 1.5T | gloss black | |
Manitou Mezzer Expert | 850 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 140-180mm | 37mm 7000 series aluminum | 37mm, 44mm (27.5″) 44mm, 51mm (29″) | 15x110mm Hexlock | 180-223mm | 2.9″ | VTT-6P | Expert Air | 1.5T | gloss black | |
Manitou Dorado Expert | 1550 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 37mm 6000 series aluminum | 37mm 6000 series aluminum | 47mm (27.5″) 57mm (29”) | 20x100mm BOOST | 200-223mm | 2.6″ | TPC+ | Dorado Air w. IVA | 1.125S | gloss black | |
Fox 38 Factory | 1249 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 180mm (orange) 160mm, 170mm, 180mm (black) | 38mm 7000 series aluminum w. Kashima coating | 44mm (orange) 37mm, 44mm, 51mm (black) | 15x110mm QR | 180-230mm | 2.8″ | GRIP2 | FLOAT EVOL | 1.5T | gloss orange, gloss black | |
Fox 38 Performance Elite | 1149 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 170mm | 38mm 7000 series aluminum | 44mm | 15x110mm QR | 180-230mm | 2.8″ | GRIP2 | FLOAT EVOL | 1.5T | matte black | |
Fox 38 Performance | 989 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 170mm | 38mm 7000 series aluminum | 44mm | 15x110mm QR | 180-230mm | 2.8″ | GRIP | FLOAT EVOL | 1.5T | matte black | |
Fox 40 Factory | 1819 USD | 203mm | 40mm 7000 series aluminum | 48mm 27.5″ 52mm 29″ | 20x110mm BOOST | 203-230mm | 2.8″ | GRIP2 | FLOAT EVOL | 1.125S | gloss orange, gloss black | ||
RockShox Domain RC | 579 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 150mm, 160mm, 170mm, 180mm | 38mm aluminum | 44mm | 15x110mm BOOST | 200-220mm | 2.8″ | Motion Control | DebonAir | 1.5T, 1.8T | gloss black, matte black | |
RockShox ZEB Ultimate | 1159 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 150mm, 160mm, 170mm, 180mm, 190mm | 38mm aluminum | 38mm, 44mm (27.5″) 44mm, 51mm (29″) | 15x110mm Maxle Stealth | 200-220mm | 3.2″ | Charger 3 w. ButterCup | DebonAir+ w. ButterCup | 1.5T | gloss black, matte gray | |
RockShox ZEB Select | 896 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 150mm, 160mm, 170mm, 180mm, 190mm | 38mm aluminum | 38mm, 44mm (27.5″) 44mm, 51mm (29″) | 15x110mm Maxle Stealth | 200-220mm | 3.2″ | Charger RC | DebonAir+ | 1.5T, 1.8T | gloss black, matte black | |
RockShox BoXXer Ultimate | 1828 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 180mm, 190mm, 200mm | 35mm straight wall aluminum | 36mm, 46mm (27.5″) 46mm, 56mm (29″) | 20x100mm Maxle Stealth | 200-220mm | 3.2″ | Charger 2.1 RC2 | DebonAir | 1.125 | gloss black, red | |
RockShox BoXXer Select | 1408 USD | 27.5″, 29″ | 180mm, 190mm, 200mm | 35mm straight wall aluminum | 36mm, 46mm (27.5″) 46mm, 56mm (29″) | 20x100mm Maxle Stealth | 200-220mm | 3.2″ | Charger RC | DebonAir | 1.125 | gloss black, matte black | |
Marzocchi Bomber 58 | 1049 USD | 27.5″ | 200mm | 40mm | 51mm | 20x110mm DH | GRIP | FLOAT | 1.125 | matte black, gloss red |
Johan van Seijen
FoundeR Restoration.bike
Johan van Seijen is the founder of restoration.bike. His passion for cycling in general, and restoring older bikes turned into a website to share his knowledge with a broader audience. Starting out on his father’s road bike and riding classics as the Amstel Gold Race and Liege Bastogne Liege he has shifted his attention to trail, XC, and gravel riding since. No matter how much he loves writing about everything related to cycling, nothing beats actually using his ever-expanding bicycle collection.
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