Fox has released the new Talas fork and Float X rear shock. So we asked the great Mark Jordan of Fox some questions about their new products.

Mtbr: Will this Talas be as plush as the Float? It seemed to give up a little bit in small bump sensitivity in the past.
Mark Jordan: The new TALAS system will feel just like FLOAT (uses the same air spring design but has the travel adjust added to it).

Mtbr: Can you elaborate on this "provides quick, crisp travel changes between 160mm and 130mm?"
Mark Jordan: The travel changes are precise, happen quickly and are easy to active- just a bit better than the previous design.

Mtbr: What is the key difference that the rider will notice between the Float and Float X shocks? Can it be slapped on an existing bike designed for the Float and deliver good results?
Mark Jordan: The reservoir design of the FLOAT X will offer much better performance on rough terrain, particularly on extended downhills. The FLOAT X has more oil volume, which will provide more consistent damping. The shock also has two damping circuits to distribute the damping load, which also increases the overall damping performance in rugged conditions.

In addition, the shock design allows for a wide CTD damper range with a firm Climb mode, medium Trail tune and supple but supportive Descend mode.

Rider can swap to a Float X shock with great results, particularly on bikes that are ridden in tough all-mountain conditions.

Pricing will be released at Sea Otter on April on April 18.

Official Release

Fox introduces an updated 34 Talas fork and completely new Float X air shock.

Fox-the industry-leading ride dynamics company-has announced the release of two 2014 all-mountain products with the 34 Talas CTD 160 fork and Float X CTD shock. The 34 Talas features a completely redesigned Talas travel adjust system and the Float X is a new reservoir air shock platform.

The 34 Talas fork has key design changes that translate to smoother travel and improved handling. The updated CTD tune provides more damping support in each mode for better efficiency and control. The Talas system uses an air spring design similar to Float, giving it superior bump compliance for more comfort and traction on the trail. Mated to the air spring is a hydraulic travel adjuster that provides quick, crisp travel changes between 160mm and 130mm. All 2014 Talas forks use the new travel adjust system.

The performance advantages of the Float X's reservoir design make it ideal for aggressive all-mountain riding. The increased oil volume and dual piston damping system produce an incredibly responsive ride while maintaining a consistent feel through rugged terrain. The base valve on the reservoir gives the Climb, Trail and Descend modes a wide adjustment range to perfectly match trail conditions.

Fox Factory 34 Talas CTD w/ Trail Adjust 160
  • New Talas travel adjuster
  • 160mm/130mm travel range
  • 3 on-the-fly settings with Climb/Trail/Descend
  • Trail Adjust tuning range (0, 1, 2)
  • Air spring pressure
  • Rebound
  • 15QR thru axle
  • 26" and 27.5" wheel options
  • 4.33 lbs. / 1,964 g (26")
Fox Factory Float X CTD w/ Trail Adjust
  • New reservoir air shock platform
  • 3 on-the-fly settings with Climb/Trail/Descend
  • Trail Adjust tuning range (0, 1, 2)
  • Air spring pressure
  • Rebound
  • Low friction hardware
  • Remote option
  • 0.8 lbs. / 365 g (8.5 x 2.5, no hardware)