RockShox updates base-model suspension forks
Originally posted on March 1, 2016 at 16:41 pmRockShox updated its entry-level suspension forks with offerings from 80 mm to 140 mm. Variations on the theme are found primarily in travel, hub compatibility and weight. BOOST and 27plus compatibility arrive on the scene while forks for 9 mm quick releases and 26-inch wheels are still available.
Recon Silver RL – $235-$295
Crown and lower legs from a RockShox Reba paired with steel upper tubes
Motion Control damper with available remote
Lowers: 15×100 mm, 15x100mm Boost or 9 mm quick release
Weight: 1960 grams (27.5 version)
Travel: 80, 100 or 120 mm
Spring: Solo Air
Steerer: tapered
Wheel sizes: 27.5, 29/27plus, Boost models for both
Available: May 2016
Sektor Silver RL – not sold aftermarket
Motion Control damper with available remote
Lowers: 15×100 mm, 15x100mm Boost
Weight: 2190 grams (29 version)
Travel: 130, 140 or 150 mm
Spring: Solo Air
Steerer: tapered
Wheel sizes: 27.5, 29/27plus, Boost models for both
Available: May 2016
30 Gold RL – $345-$425
Motion Control damper with available remote
Lowers: 9 mm quick release
Weight: 1841 grams (27.5 version)
Travel: 80, 100 or 120 mm
Spring: Solo Air
Steerer: tapered
Wheel sizes: 26, 27.5, 29
Available: May 2016