The House of SRAM are launching a number of things today. Here’s the DH stuff.
We ain’t see any of this stuff in the flesh, so here’s some salient bits & bobs from the press releases:
XX DH Transmission Derailleur
The strongest DH derailleur available. Period. Utilizing our Full-Mount design, the XX DH Transmission Derailleur takes the same robust architecture as our other Transmission derailleurs and delivers an even more robust, DH-focused design ready for World Cup start huts or the gnarliest freeride lines. With the power of AXS we can deliver the most precise shifting and the cleanest cockpit. And just like T-Type, the derailleur and cassette are designed to work in lockstep using Cassette Mapping to deliver constant chain engagement for uninterrupted power transfer. Meaning you can shift when and where you want, whether it’s the start ramp or sprinting full gas to the line.
- Hangerless Interface and Full Mount attachment allow for the most precise shifting and the ultimate resistance to impact
- Install and pair via the reliable and familiar standard AXS set-up and pairing procedure
- Replaceable skid plates, outer parallelogram link, and rebuildable thread-on cage assembly
- Most robust DH-specific Inline Cage features flat outboard surface for easy maintenance
- Type 4 damper results in very quiet operation through the roughest tracks
- T-Type chain compatibility only
XX DH Transmission Crankset
Uncompromising durability and performance for DH is here with our new XX DH Transmission Crankset. Taking cues from our best aluminum crank, we designed ground up for a purpose built best-in-class strength to weight DH crankset. The robust arms are available in progressively short lengths down to 150mm and feature machined surfaces in high-wear and rock strike prone areas. Keeping your cranks looking fresh for longer. By increasing folding and impact resistance, the all-new XX DH T-Type chainring for 56.5 chainline is specifically designed to withstand the heaviest demands of downhill riding.
- Our most durable aluminum crankset yet, with robust machined finishes on high-wear surfaces and rock strike prone areas
- DUB DH spindle for 56.5mm chainline, for either 157mm or 148mm rear hub spacing
- DUB Wide spindle for 55mm chainline, optimized for 148mm rear hub spacing
- DUB DH spindle cranksets include most robust dedicated 56.5CL
- XX DH T-Type chainring available in 32-36t sizes
- DUB Wide spindle cranksets include trail orientated XX T-Type chainring in 32-36t sizes
- Available in progressively short 150mm, 155mm, 160mm and 165mm lengths
XX DH Transmission Cassette
The XX DH Transmission cassette is designed to deliver small steps for big power. With a full X-Sync tooth profile, the 7-Speed DH specific cassette is the best shifting, most robust DH cassette we have ever made. And just like Eagle Transmission, shifting under load isn’t just possible, it’s better. This allows you to never let up when dropping gears, letting you get to the next split quicker than your competition. And when milliseconds matter, XX DH Transmission might just be the difference between qualifying and going home. Available in two variants, XD and XD SLIM to optimize for different hub dimensions.
- Full X-Sync tooth profile for best-ever inboard and outboard shifting performance under load
- Optimized 7-speed, 10-24t gear steps for DH
- T-Type chain compatibility only
- Setup Cog for fool-proof set up
- Utilizes well accepted and broadly available XD driver body, or all-new gravity specific XD SLIM driver body for more symmetric spoke bracing angles on narrow 148mm rear ends
Eagle Transmission Chainring 104 BCD
Designed to bring Ochain into the Eagle Transmission T-Type Ecosystem, this chainring uses a 104 BCD interface with optimized architecture for easy integration. The T-Type tooth profile brings full compatibility with all other T-Type components, allowing for Ochain to be utilized on all bike types, while providing better chain retention for a smoother, more confident pedal feel. XX design aesthetic pairs with all Eagle Transmission components.
- 104 BCD Compatible
- Architecture optimized for use with all Ochain spiders
- T-Type compatibility for use within Eagle Transmission Ecosystem of components
- Backwards compatible with Eagle Drivetrain (X-SYNC II), and SRAM DH drivetrains
- E-MTB compatible
- Aluminum (32T, 34T, 36T)
- Mounting hardware included
AXS Pod Ultimate Controller
The AXS Pod Ultimate is our most premium pod shifter. AXS Pod Ultimate is lighter weight than Eagle Ecosystem AXS Controllers, features a completely new shape, ergonomics, and a vastly superior range of adjustability. Featuring a “click and fire” two-button design, with an intuitive action that requires the ideal amount of rider input to activate. Plus, it allows riders to personalize button assignments through the AXS App. AXS Pod Ultimate has interchangeable touchpoints for further customization and comfort based on the rider’s personal preference. With its unique flippable design AXS Pod Ultimate can be mounted left- or right-handed – it’s one component, with a world of possibilities. Finished in a premium high polish casing to complete the look of your super bike.
- Lighter weight, better and more adaptable ergonomics, superior adjustability, premium finish
- All-new “Click and fire” two-button design. Intuitive and straight forward action requiring the ideal amount of rider input
- Interchangeable convex and concave touchpoint buttons for a personalized feel
- Personalization options for action designation through the AXS App
BOXXER ULTIMATE
Born from racing, BoXXer promises one thing above all—composure. By eliminating chaos before it reaches the rider, every run delivers predictable speed, traction, and control. The all-new LinearXL air spring provides a coil-like ride—supple off the top, supportive through the mid-stroke, and backed by a jounce bottom-out bumper for confident end-stroke control—giving you unwavering consistency and predictability. Found only in our Ultimate forks, ButterWagonTech ensures a constant supply of oil to the bushings, reducing friction and maintaining smooth performance throughout the entire service interval. Intuitive HSC/LSC controls on the Charger 3.2 damper with ButterCups technology make setup fast, understandable, and easy to communicate. You’re so composed you don’t realize you’re going faster. But the clock says it all.
- NEW LinearXL air spring delivers a consistent and predictable ride feel backed by a jounce bottom-out bumper for end-stroke control
- NEW ButterWagonTech ensures a constant supply of oil to the bushings, reducing friction and maintaining smooth performance throughout the entire service interval
- NEW Charger 3.2 damper with new Rebound/Compression tunes that match LinearXL air spring, achieves virtually silent performance, keeping riders focused on the trail
- NEW Control bezel with numbered Compression adjuster for intuitive adjustments—start at “0” and easily add or decrease damping
- NEW Graphics package—minimalist design, maximum impact
- ButterCups technology block 20% of high-frequency “trail chatter” to reduce hand and arm fatigue
- Low-grab SKF wiper seals deliver long-lasting fork performance and a smoother ride
- Maxima 920 blended 15w reduces overall fork friction
- Bolt-on fender compatibility with front and rear coverage (BoXXer Bolt-On Fender sold separately)
- Available in Electric Red or Ultimate High Gloss Black Signature colorways
DAMPER: Charger 3.2 RC2 w/ButterCups
SPRING: DebonAir+ w/ButterCups, LinearXL w/ButterCups
TRAVEL: 180mm, 190mm, 200mm
FORK OFFSET: 44mm (27.5”), 48mm (27.5”), 48mm (29”), 52mm (29”)
WHEEL SIZE: 27.5”, 29”
MSRP: $ 1,999, € 2,180, £ 1,945
BOXXER SELECT
The new BoXXer technology trusted by the world’s fastest racers is now available in an approachable trim without compromising performance. The all-new LinearXL air spring provides a coil-like ride—supple off the top, supportive through the mid-stroke, and backed by a jounce bottom-out bumper for confident end-stroke control—giving you unwavering consistency on the longest tracks. New Rebound and Compression tunes on the Charger 3.2 RC damper make it equally capable for racers and park rats alike.
- NEW LinearXL air spring delivers a consistent and predictable ride feel backed by a jounce bottom-out bumper for end-stroke control
- Charger 3.2 RC damper with easy-to-adjust Compression and independent Rebound features intuitive controls and virtually silent performance, keeping riders focused on the trail
- NEW Graphics package—minimalist design, maximum impact
- Low-grab SKF wiper seals deliver long-lasting fork performance and a smoother ride
- Maxima 920 blended 15w reduces overall fork friction
- Bolt-on fender compatibility with front and rear coverage (BoXXer Bolt-On Fender sold separately)
DAMPER: Charger 3.2 RC
SPRING: DebonAir+, Linear XL
TRAVEL: 180mm, 190mm, 200mm
FORK OFFSET: 44mm (27.5”), 48mm (27.5”), 48mm (29”), 52mm (29”)
WHEEL SIZE: 27.5”, 29”
MSRP: $ 1,499, € 1,635, £ 1,460
VIVID COIL ULTIMATE
There’s a reason everyone loves coil—the feel is unmistakable—supple off the top, supportive through the mid-stroke, and backed by Adjustable Bottom Out (ABO) for confident end-stroke control—giving you unwavering consistency and predictability. Engineered to work as a system with your fork and Charger 3.2 damper, the RC2T damper’s new main piston compression tunes deliver confident mid-stroke support, while intuitive HSC/LSC adjusters make setup fast, clear, and easy to communicate. Distilling decades of coil dominance into a shock built for today’s enduro, E-MTB, and downhill bikes, Vivid Coil Ultimate carries the unmistakable heritage of coil into a new era of performance.
- NEW RC2T damper providing a wide, usable range of Low Speed Compression (LSC) and High Speed Compression (HSC) adjustments without any cross-talk
- NEW Numbered Compression adjuster for intuitive adjustments—start at “0” and easily add or decrease damping
- NEW Base valve with 40% reduction in IFP forces, making it the most supple shock on the market while maintaining perfect traction
- NEW Main piston compression tunes matched in performance to the Charger 3.2 damper, focused on providing mid-stroke support
- Adjustable Bottom Out (ABO) offers a convenient dial with five different compression settings to customize the cushioning you experience in the last 20% of travel
- Removable Rebound knob doubles as HSC and ABO adjuster
- 20 clicks of Rebound adjustment providing uniform rebound curves paired with a broad adjustment range provide a consistent ride feel for a wide spectrum of rider weights
- 8×30 Bearing Adapter available for all standard eyelets, configured as hardware (upcharge applies)
DAMPER TYPE: RC2T w/ ABO
REBOUND TUNE: R25, R55
Compression tune: C22, C26, C30, C34, C37, C40, C43
LOCKOUT FORCE: X05, X25, X45
MSRP: $ 719, € 775, £ 690
VIVID COIL ULTIMATE DH
There’s a reason everyone loves coil—the feel is unmistakable—supple off the top, supportive through the mid-stroke, and backed by Adjustable Bottom Out (ABO) for confident end-stroke control—giving you unwavering consistency and predictability. Engineered to work as a system with your fork and Charger 3.2 damper, the RC2 damper’s new main piston compression tunes deliver confident mid-stroke support, while intuitive HSC/LSC adjusters make setup fast, clear, and easy to communicate. Distilling decades of coil dominance into a shock built for today’s downhill bikes, Vivid Coil Ultimate DH carries the unmistakable heritage of coil into a new era of performance.
- NEW RC2 damper providing a wide, usable range of Low Speed Compression (LSC) and High Speed Compression (HSC) adjustments without any cross-talk
- NEW Numbered Compression adjuster for intuitive adjustments—start at “0” and easily add or decrease damping
- NEW Base valve with 40% reduction in IFP forces, making it the most supple shock on the market while maintaining perfect traction
- NEW Main piston compression tunes matched in performance to the Charger 3.2 damper, focused on providing mid-stroke support
- Adjustable Bottom Out (ABO) offers a convenient dial with five different compression settings to customize the cushioning you experience in the last 20% of travel
- Removable Rebound knob doubles as HSC and ABO adjuster
- 20 clicks of Rebound adjustment providing uniform rebound curves paired with a broad adjustment range provide a consistent ride feel for a wide spectrum of rider weights
- 8×30 Bearing Adapter available for all standard eyelets, configured as hardware (upcharge applies)
DAMPER TYPE: RC2 w/ ABO
REBOUND TUNE: R25, R55
Compression tune: C26, C30, C34, C37, C40, C43
LOCKOUT FORCE: N/A-V5
MSRP: $ 719, € 785, £ 700
VIVID COIL SELECT +
There’s a reason everyone loves coil—the feel is unmistakable—supple off the top, supportive through the mid-stroke, and backed by Adjustable Bottom Out (ABO) for confident end-stroke control—giving you unwavering consistency and predictability. Engineered to work as a system with your fork and Charger 3.2 damper, the RCT damper’s new main piston compression tunes provide mid-stroke support, while an intuitive LSC adjuster make setup fast, clear, and easy to communicate. Distilling decades of coil dominance into a shock built for today’s enduro, E-MTB, and downhill bikes, Vivid Coil Select+ carries the unmistakable heritage of coil into a new era of performance.
- NEW RCT damper providing a wide, usable range of Low Speed Compression (LSC) adjustment
- NEW Numbered Compression adjuster for intuitive adjustments—start at “0” and easily add or decrease damping
- NEW Base valve with 40% reduction in IFP forces, making it the most supple shock on the market while maintaining perfect traction
- NEW Main piston compression tunes matched in performance to the Charger 3.2 damper, focused on providing mid-stroke support
- Adjustable Bottom Out (ABO) offers a convenient dial with five different compression settings to customize the cushioning you experience in the last 20% of travel
- Removable Rebound knob doubles as HSC and ABO adjuster
- 20 clicks of Rebound adjustment providing uniform rebound curves paired with a broad adjustment range provide a consistent ride feel for a wide spectrum of rider weights
- 8×30 Bearing Adapter available for all standard eyelets, configured as hardware (upcharge applies)
DAMPER TYPE: RCT w/ ABO
REBOUND TUNE: R25, R55
Compression tune: C22, C26, C30, C34, C37, C40, C43
LOCKOUT FORCE: X05, X25, X45
MSRP: Not available AfterMarket
VIVID COIL SELECT
There’s a reason everyone loves coil—the feel is unmistakable—supple off the top, supportive through the mid-stroke, and backed by a large bottom-out bumper—giving you unwavering consistency and predictability. Engineered to work as a system with your RockShox fork damper, the RT damper’s new main piston compression tunes provide mid-stroke support, while an intuitive threshold lever makes climbing no big deal. Distilling decades of coil dominance into a shock built for today’s enduro, E-MTB, and downhill bikes, Vivid Coil Select carries the unmistakable heritage of coil into a new era of performance.
- NEW RT damper providing a threshold lever for climbing efficiency
- NEW Base valve with 40% reduction in IFP forces, making it the most supple shock on the market while maintaining perfect traction
- NEW Main piston compression tunes matched in performance to the Charger 3.2 damper, focused on providing mid-stroke support
- 20 clicks of Rebound adjustment providing uniform rebound curves paired with a broad adjustment range provide a consistent ride feel for a wide spectrum of rider weights
- 8×30 Bearing Adapter available for all standard eyelets, configured as hardware (upcharge applies)
DAMPER TYPE: RT
REBOUND TUNE: R25, R55
Compression tune: C22, C26, C30, C34, C37, C40, C43
LOCKOUT FORCE: X05, X25, X45
VIVID COIL
There’s a reason everyone loves coil—the feel is unmistakable—supple off the top, supportive through the mid-stroke, and backed by a large bottom-out bumper—giving you unwavering consistency and predictability. Engineered to work as a system with your RockShox fork damper, the R damper’s new main piston compression tunes provide mid-stroke support. Distilling decades of coil dominance into a shock built for today’s enduro, E-MTB, and downhill bikes, Vivid Coil carries the unmistakable heritage of coil into a new era of performance.
- NEW R damper providing an easy-to-use Rebound adjuster
- NEW Base valve with 40% reduction in IFP forces, making it the most supple shock on the market while maintaining perfect traction
- NEW Main piston compression tunes matched in performance to the Charger 3.2 damper, focused on providing mid-stroke support
- 20 clicks of Rebound adjustment providing uniform rebound curves paired with a broad adjustment range provide a consistent ride feel for a wide spectrum of rider weights
- 8×30 Bearing Adapter available for all standard eyelets, configured as hardware (upcharge applies)
DAMPER TYPE: R
REBOUND TUNE: R25, R55
Compression tune: C22, C26, C30, C34, C37, C40, C43
LOCKOUT FORCE: N/A-V5
MSRP: Not available AfterMarket