Cane Creek Double Barrel Air CS XV Rear Shock

CLIMBING SWITCH TECHNOLOGY

CS is the most innovative climbing feature available.   This proprietary climbing feature (patent-pending) for Double Barrel shocks alters the entire low frequency dynamic response of the shock to specifically address the demands of ascending on a bicycle.

WHAT IS IT?
 
CS is a selectable climbing mode on Double Barrel shocks that allows the rider to retain the advantages of a fully-suspended bike while climbing, without unwanted suspension motion.  CS is not your conventional pedal-platform as it adjusts both LSC and LSR.  By selectively tuning both compression and extension phases when climbing, the shock maintains better traction and control while enhancing pedaling efficiency through the shock’s entire travel. 

WHY IS IT BETTER?

The strength of CS lies in the fact that it provides climbing-specific chassis damping in both compression and rebound.  The result is better rear-end traction and connection with the trail while minimizing annoying pedal-induced bob. Simply put – the rider is less fatigued and more comfortable.  Traditional climbing “platforms” only deal with one half of the climbing dynamics, and thus require the rider's body to respond to the minimally damped rebound forces that are common during technical climbing. 
 
HOW DOES IT WORK? 
 
The Climb Switch changes the low speed damping of Double Barrel shocks in one simple switch, to optimize suspension dynamics during climbing.  It does this by turning on and off a set of internal ‘climbing circuits’ that are accessed when CS is engaged.  Cane Creek tunes the ‘climbing circuits’ specifically for the demands of off-road climbing to achieve improved pedaling efficiently with less chassis motion.  When the rider is ready to descend, with the flip of CS, the shock returns to the traditional low-speed circuits of the Double Barrel.  
 
AIR VOLUME OPTIONS

As an additional tuning tool, the spring rate of the DBAIR can be adjusted through the use of air volume reduction spacers (included with the DBAIR).   For bikes that have a more progressive leverage ratio, Cane Creek offers new XV (Extra Volume) air cans.

Air volume is not the same as air pressure adjustment. Air pressure should be used to achieve the correct sag value (see Tuning Field Guide). If the bike bottoms out harshly, or too frequently,  reducing the air volume (using spacers) can provide a more progressive air spring. A more progressive spring will prevent harsh bottom-outs, since the spring will be “stiffer” as the bike gets closer to full travel.  

 
ADJUSTMENTS 
  1. High speed compression
  2. Low speed compression
  3. High speed rebound
  4. Low speed rebound
  5. Air Spring Rate
  • Twin-tube independent compression and rebound in two high-speed and four low-speed damping circuits
  • Twin Tube damping for unparalleled small bump sensativity and adjustability
  • Air Volume Option: XV (Extra Volume) Air Can
  • Greater climbing efficency on-the-fly
  • Auto-adjust negative air spring
  • Four-way independent adjustability
  • Tuneable Air Volume
  • Weight: 500g (weight varies by size)

Lengths: 

  • 190 x 50mm (7.5” x 2.0”)
  • 200 x 50mm (7.87” x 2.0”)
  • 200 x 57mm (7.87 x 2.25”)
  • 215 x 63mm (8.5” x 2.5”)
  • 222 x 63mm (8.75” x 2.5”)
  • 222 x 70mm (8.75” x 2.75”)
  • 240 x 76mm (9.5” x 3.0”)
  • 267 x 90mm (10.5” x 3.5”)

Please note, that we can't stock all sizes, but email us if your size is currently not availalbe. Lead-time can be anywhere between 2-6 weeks.


 

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