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johnsogr Added a reply to Coil Shock Shootout
9/2/2026 5:56am I experienced that, yes - I think the HSR tunes they offer are a bit light, might want to try and go up a tune.
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johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/26/2026 4:34pm I just had one, very brief ride on the Simons.Lab Zeta in my Intend Edge - thought I’d do a VERY brief ride report. I’m 170 lbs, on a Spec Stumpy 15 with CC link 27.5”. I had to up my air pressure quite a bit given the damper leg is no longer sealed. My recommended settings were HSC -4...
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8/18/2026 7:47am
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johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/16/2026 12:16pm Thanks, @SIMONS.LAB , that’s exactly what I was hoping to hear: “ the port area itself is not what generates the damping force”
johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/16/2026 7:46am Amazing, thanks for contributing to the thread. Purely for my education - what's the difference between " changes the port configuration underneath a non-preloaded tapered shim stack" vs. just changing the orifice size (I always think of that as bad as it can lead to spiking).
johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/12/2026 2:32pm Just put money down for a Simons.lab damper for my Intend Edge, can't wait, will report back.
johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/11/2026 2:24pm Will be really cool to see what Steve comes up with - I implored him to make sure the damper first in an inverted chassis!
Slavid666 Liked a reply to forum topic Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/11/2026 2:22pm
Which is what ohlins has been doing since their entrance into the MTB market. From the assembly video it looks like the HSC adjustment is somewhat unique. From what I can tell the piston has 3 main ports with a number of smaller ports, on the same BCD, that can be blocked from the flow path decreasing the amount of port surface area of the face shim, very different than the ellipse camp plate on the ohlins HSC circuit which adjusts the clamp diameter and the resulting force curve slope. No idea if it rides the same but I would...
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johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/11/2026 10:07am Depends on which damper - on Charger 2.1, that's not the case, it just adds preload to a spring, orifice doesn't change. LSC is orifice via a needle.
johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/11/2026 9:25am Other HSC adjusters, like Rockshox or Manitou, adjust preload on a spring that either contacts the edge of the face shim or the top of the stack
johnsogr Added a reply to Suspension Component Technology/Functionality Discussion
8/11/2026 9:25am I wonder if it's adjusting the clamp shim diameter similar to the Vorsprung Telum?
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johnsogr Added a reply to Modern Inverted Single Crown Forks
5/3/2026 8:25am I have Intend Edge & a Dorado on a pedal bike (Canfield Lithium) - couldn't recommend the Dorado enough, especially for the price right now. It's so confidence inspiring, and for the riding you're describing, it sounds perfect. It's great out of the box, but made better by Shockcraft's Rockeater kit if that's up your ally.
johnsogr Added a reply to Coil Shock Shootout
2/27/2026 11:36am I've also installed the FF & SC Bomber tunes, Shockcraft is much more complicated. I've never been able to compare the tunes as I had them on different bikes, but am excited to hear your impressions.
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1/22/2026 4:59am
That downtube is a mud catcher, better add a plastic cover
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johnsogr Added a reply to Coil Shock Shootout
12/3/2025 12:11pm Awesome, can't wait to hear. Having owned all three, they're all unique and fantastic in their own ways.
Skunk Works Suspension Liked a reply to forum topic Coil Shock Shootout
12/3/2025 12:10pm
This pic was from last weekend, and more white stuff has since dropped (and is continuing to drop). Local riding season may very well be over, and that means time for suspension projects! There is a lot in the works, including another coil shock test and comparison. The Battle of the Bombers The Marzocchi Bomber CR (and previously the Fox Vanilla RC) has gained quite a following due to the solid architecture and ability to modify it to suit a wide spectrum of end users. It utilizes a light weight and compact chassis, has a large 27mm main piston, is...
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johnsogr Added a reply to Coil Shock Shootout
11/19/2025 10:00am Yes that's normal
IanP161 Liked a reply to forum topic Rimpact Chain Damper
11/16/2025 6:47am
I've just fitted mine, so far so good. Having never ridden OChain or this before its a strange feeling. Running a low engagement hub also. Proper test on the weekend at my local DH park.
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