Today RockShox released the Domain suspension fork. With the RC version topping out at $549 and a less expensive R model to follow…this is a budget suspension fork with the same 38mm chassis as the ZEB. This is RockShox’s way of bringing a stiffer fork to the enduro market without completely breaking the bank. My theory…there is a gap in the market that this fork is filling.
RockShox Domain Features
- NEW 38mm chassis for increased stiffness and rider confidence
- Motion Control RC damper featuring low speed compression adjust with externally adjustable dual flow rebound
- Highly tunable DebonAir air spring offers a consistent feel throughout the travel
- Maxima Plush damping fluid reduces friction and quiets damper noise
- Short fender compatible (RockShox premium fender sold separately.
- AM Variants include RockShox zip-tie fender)
- Fits tires up to 2.8” without fenders – use of a short fender may reduce tire clearance
RockShox Domain Specs
| WHEEL SIZE | 27.5″, 29″ |
|---|---|
| TRAVEL (MM) | 150mm, 160mm, 170mm, 180mm |
| SPRING | DebonAir |
| FORK OFFSET | 44mm (27.5″), 44mm (29″) |
| MAXIMUM ROTOR SIZE | 220mm |
| UPPER TUBE TYPE | 38mm aluminum |
| MAX TIRE WIDTH (MM) | 81 |
| MINIMUM ROTOR SIZE | 200mm |
| DAMPER TYPE | Motion Control |
| VOLUME REDUCER | 0/3 Tokens, 1/3 Tokens, 2/3 Tokens |
| COLOR (FS) | Diffusion Black, Gloss Black |
| FENDER COMPATIBILITY | Bolt On – Short |
| WEIGHT (G) | 2606 |
| WEIGHT BASED ON | 29″ Maxle Stealth 180mm Travel 1.5″ Taper Steerer |
What do you think of the new Domain from RockShox? Is it now on your list for upgrades? I suspect this is going to fill a gap for a lot of bike builders on enduro style bikes that will fill out the lower ranges of the line with the the Domain over other options when they offer the ZEB on higher end models. Smart move on SRAM/RockShox’s part but we’ll have to wait and see how it performs on the trail.