[b1k3_r1d3r]

Hey,
I was just wondering if the new 08 dhx air was dh worthy yet.

Also anyone know who to get an 08 compression cartridge for the 40?

 

[Red Bull]

Stick to your DHX Coil, I know you're relatively heavy and the standard DHX will perform better for most situations. Try to get the cartridge straight through Fox, that's your best bet.

 

[dhmike]

i've only heard people talking smack about '07 and below years of the air shocks.i would play it safe and stick to your coil like red bull said.

 

[muddy beast]

I have a DHX 5.0 air, and its alright, but it doesn't compress like a coil at all, and not in a good way. So in my opinion, I'd agree with the above and stick with a coil. However if you don't mind how it feels, from what I understand they can hold up to 400PSI before they blow (before compression).

 

[b1k3_r1d3r]

yeah, I'm just asking because the 9.5x3 wasnt offered to my team last year due to it being for hardcore trail riding. I was just curious probably not going to get one.

any one know pricing on the 08 cartridge for the 40?

 

[NorthWest]

The long stoke shock is freakin intense. I have a DHX Air right now (an 08) and it works great. It is a little odd because you have to run less sag. I'd use it strictly as an "alternative" shock. I want a Coil for everyday riding but if you are looking for strict weight savings check it out.

I think the cartridge is 150 dealer cost. Why would you need the whole cartridge? You can take them apart completely and replace anything damaged, and/or tune it for you purpose.

 

[b1k3_r1d3r]

well the 08 fork relies more on the cartridge than the coil as the 07 and before did. I've heard its a little sensative in the highspeed/small bump area.

 

[JDA]

I've been using one in my 08 Glory for about 5 weeks now, done plenty of riding and one race with it, I can't fault it in any way so far, it works very nice!

My only complaint is the propedal adjustment, for 08 its a lever with min and max propedal being the only options.