RockShox Rethought Everything – Inside Their New Suspension with Tim Lynch

RockShox Rethought Everything – Inside Their New Suspension with Tim Lynch

April 13, 2026 · 1h 8m

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Tim Lynch discusses the innovative development process behind RockShox's latest suspension technology.

With the latest RockShox suspension launch, they’ve rethought everything and that goes further than just the technology that you get to ride. RockShox have even changed the development process itself, in order to bring us the biggest leap forward in suspension technology that they possibly can. This week we’re joined by RockShox Chief Engineer, Tim Lynch, to find out what really went into developing the latest raft of gravity suspension. From ZEB to Lyrik, and Vivid Air to Super Deluxe, we’ve got you covered. This is an insight that goes beyond what you’ll have heard in the press releases, to really get under the skin of how this tech actually gets designed. So sit back, hit play and check out this episode with Tim Lynch. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here . You can find out more about the new RockShox range here . Podcast Stuff Sponsoring Partners Loam Pass Picture this, over 70 epic mountain bike destinations across North and South America. Two free days at each, a third at half price, and no blackout dates. Just you, your bike, and an endless world of trails. Even better, there’s loads of new spots to explore this year, including Highland in New Hampshire and…

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