The new launches and updates of the Fox forks 36, 38 and 40 are in the spotlight at the moment, but there is also a lot going on with the less prestigious products. The Float X2 and DHX2 gravity shocks are getting a major update, including a new chassis, new inner workings, a new shock and new seals.
Float X2 and DHX2: Stiffer, more compact, less friction
The Float X2 gravity shock and the DHX2 steel spring version have also been significantly revised. Both have been given a completely new chassis, a new high-speed piston, a new puncture protection and an adjustment unit to match the new high-speed piston, which now offers eight clicks of adjustment travel for high-speed rebound and compression - as in the Grip2 damper of the new forks. Variable valve control (VVC) is now also used in the dampers.
VVC damper à la Grip2
The Float X2 air damper has also been given new low-friction seals and greater torsional rigidity thanks to a new internal design, while the steel damper has had work done on the preload nut - it should no longer loosen so easily at low preload. Both dampers now also rely on smaller reservoirs that should be easier to integrate into the frame construction.
Both shocks are available with standard bushings and in metric design, the Float X2 will cost at least 849, the DHX2 at least 819 euros. As always, however, you have to factor in the spring for the steel shock. Everything about the new shocks can also be found on the Fox website.
Adrian Kaether
Editor
