Fox 36 SL: Short Travel. Hard Hitting. All Trail.

For riders who demand a stiff, responsive fork without unnecessary weight, the 36 SL brings big-fork confidence to modern Trail bikes. At just 1755g (29” 140mm GRIP X), the 36 SL offers 20% greater torsional stiffness than the 34 while expanding your trail bike's capabilities.

Key Innovations:

• Optimized for Trail Riding – Designed for 120-140mm travel, the 36 SL delivers the perfect blend of stiffness, compliance, and lightweight performance.
• Arch Above the Rest – Generatively optimized crown and arch provide 20% more torsional stiffness over the previous Trail-class fork, the 34.
• FLOAT Glidecore Compliant Air Spring – The Glidecore air spring decouples the stanchion from the air shaft to maintain smooth travel even under bending loads from speed or rider weight.
• Extended Bushing Overlap – 20mm additional bushing overlap over the 34 ensures reduced friction and improved suspension feel.
• GRIP X Damper – Combines excellent descending performance with an easy-access firm mode for pedaling efficiency.
• Inboard Bypass Channels – Strategically relocated to reduce friction and optimize suspension feel.
• Low-Profile Bleeders – Redesigned with a grooved structure for easier pressure equalization.
• Air Spring Top Cap – Now compatible with a standard Shimano cassette tool for simple volume adjustments.
• Refined Mudguard Mounting – Mounted to the arch and seal flanges instead of bleeder ports for improved durability and aesthetics.

Specifications:

• Wheel Size: 29
• Travel: 120mm, 130mm, 140mm
• Rake: 44mm offset
• Axle: Kabolt SL
• Rotor Size: Direct Mount 180, up to 203
• Air Spring: FLOAT EVOL Compliant
• Steerer: 1.5” Tapered
• Starting Weight: 1755g (29” 140mm GRIP X)

New Benchmarks in All-Mountain and Trail Performance
With a fresh chassis design, greater stiffness, and enhanced ride smoothness, the FOX 36 remains the premier choice for aggressive All-Mountain riders, while the 36 SL delivers category-defining performance for Trail riders who refuse to compromise on capability.