Fox Float RP23 Bike Shock

Newly Designed Bike Shock

Fox racing is one of the leading producers of suspension shocks for mountain bike market. There are few all time popular shocks produced by Fox that are still liked by many bike riders such as Float and DHX series. It is about the popularity of Fox RP23 rear shock from float series, which you would have already heard the name. The main highlight of Fox shock is its boost valve technology that they incorporate in all its shock design. Fox RP23 float bike shock is also built with same boost valve technology that has been brought inside in-line shock, putting in the main piston when compared to DHX rear shock that has boost valve outside the in-line shock. The question is whether this new technology would really give boost for Float RP23 in terms of both the shock design and performance.

Efficient Design

This bike rear shock has an efficient design that give way for propedal platform with three positions such as light(1), medium(2), firm(3) using a lever, which is easy to adjust with gloved hands while on the fly. The lightest and the firmest setting are noticeable with improved pedalling efficiency and it is set according to the personal preference. On and off position adjustment of this handy propedal lever has two main function. It gives firm riding during stringent claim when it is on and gives efficient bump performance while decent when it is off.

A red rebound dial is provided at the strategic position at the top for adjusting the rate at which the shock returns after compression. Even when this Float RP23 shock is hidden inside the bike frame its unique design lets the riders easily access the lever and dial knob. Fox recommends this bike rear suspension for XC, all mountain and freeride mountain bikes. This bike shock weighs just 208 grams and gives the ability to add or remove air pressure for proper sag setting to be achieved.

Riding Performance

This light weight rear shock would transform your bike with much better hill climbing, single track and with downhill performance. It is a reliable and highly tuneable air shock, which works with any mountain bike. This shock has been in the market for many years and it has been proved to give great grip during trial riding without compromising on comfort. The thumb rule is to set faster rebound without bouncing the rider and the red rebound dial would help you to set the desired correction for effective ride. The unique design of this bike rear suspension gives square edge bump performance and the damping facility provides buttery smooth bottomless feel.

Fox Float RP23 Shock

Propedal Performance

Propedal setting of this Fox bike rear shock with three positions would improve pedalling efficiency during stringent claims. The efficient low speed compression damping would rescue the bike from bobbing and stabilize the ride on big hits. Riders can be benefited by enough low speed damping with high setting, which gives great control and minimize the bobbing effect in the bike during random pedalling strokes. Turn the propedal lever to 3rd position and you will feel the firmness in the bike near cornering during fast riding. The whole energy would not be wasted from the pedal bob when the lever turned to 2nd or 3rd position and the rear tyre is fully engaged on the ground without bouncing back.

Warranty

This bike shock carries two years of warranty in EU countries and one year for other countries and this warranty covers any manufacturing defect or fault. Some riders who bought this shock faced rare manufacturing defects like oil leak from damping knob and incorrect air pressure adjustment with strange sound during compression even after service in three or four months. It is found to be a common problem for such a rear shock, which could be rectified easily if not Fox is ready to replace the shock under warranty period. Constantly check the performance of this shock when you happen to go for downhill and trial riding.

Our Analysis

Proper set up of this bike rear suspension is depends on ‘setting sag’ and even little difference in sag setting would create a big difference in riding style. This float RP23 works great for long climb and with minor adjustment you can enjoy downhill. The performance of this shock differ from bike to bike based on many variables such as frame size and design, bike set up, riding style, leverage ratio so, it is how you perfectly set up the sag would count on the performance of this bike shock.