FOX suspension fork 29" 36 E-Optimized F-S Grip X2 160 mm BOOST 44 mm Offset tapered black | 2026
The undisputed all-mountain champion.
With this version of the fork, you are perfectly equipped for every trail with your E-MTB. It is reinforced at key points such as the head tube, fork crown and stanchions in order to keep up with the higher weight and speed of modern e-bikes. The low additional weight of the fork is more than compensated for with perfect function and stiffness.
The FOX 36 impresses with its outstanding features. It was designed to master the most difficult descents with confidence and is the answer for every ambitious all-mountain biker. It is equipped with the gravity-specific GRIP X2 damping and thus offers you perfect performance on every ride.
The most obvious innovation is the optimized casting. A newly designed triple clamp increases the torsional stiffness by 20% for the benefit of steering precision without adding weight to the scales. Inside, the distance between the bushings has been increased by 26%. This optimization results in a smoother response, as the overlap of the stanchions is increased and the friction of the bushings is minimized internally due to the lower lever forces. The bypass channels, which transport oil upwards past the bushings, have been moved from the rear to the inside. This increases the lateral stiffness and thus the function under extreme loads.
Casting
The revised casting of the Fox 36 is 20% stiffer than its predecessor without any significant increase in weight. An increased distance between the bushings reduces friction and thus improves function. The mounting of the mudguard has also been optimized. It is fastened with four Torx screws and not under the bleeder valves as before. The bypass channels, which transport oil upwards past the bushings, have been moved from the rear to the inside. This increases the lateral stiffness and thus the function under extreme loads.
GRIP X2 damping
The GRIP X2 is the latest evolution of the ultimate FOX cartridge and succeeds the legendary GRIP2, making it the perfect companion for all gravity riders. But how can the top damping cartridge be improved? FOX has been able to further increase the sensitivity by using a larger base valve (24 instead of 20mm), which generates more oil flow and can be extremely finely adjusted using a classic shim stack with 23 different valves. Both the rebound and compression damping can be adjusted over a wide range in both high and low speed. You'll be amazed!
Float Evol Compliant Air Spring
Fox has focused on reducing internal friction when revising the Float Evol air unit. The unique mounting of the entire air unit decouples it from the stanchions via three elastomers and allows some movement under high loads. This gives you optimum performance and perfect response in every situation. And to make servicing the fork easier, the top cap of the air chamber now has a Shimano cassette tool holder.
Lower leg channels and bleeders
The bleeders allow pressure equalization and, with the volume of the bypass channels, help to reduce the pressure increase inside the fork and thus improve the response to small bumps, while the circulation of the oil optimally lubricates the bushings and seals. A new positioning of the bypass channels, which have moved from the rear to the inside, also reduces the torsion of the casting. The air bleed valves have been redesigned and are now somewhat more delicate overall, but are easier to operate thanks to the enlarged pusher.
Air volume spacers
The FLOAT air spring can be fine-tuned by using volume spacers to make your suspension element more progressive or less progressive.
Kashima Coat
The Genuine Kashima Coat coating for a buttery smooth ride is exclusively available from FOX and the Kashima Coat logo is applied to both stanchions. The distinctive golden Genuine Kashima Coat coating offers superior overall performance and ensures minimal friction and optimum responsiveness with maximum durability.
Floating Axle
Floating axles are similar to conventional thru-axle systems, but offer a significant performance advantage. The special bearing ensures perfect alignment of the fork and avoids unwanted friction caused by tension between the stanchions and lower tubes. Floating axles ensure a much more even suspension movement over the entire range of fork travel and thus improve the response behavior enormously.
Technical data:
Range of use: Trail, All Mountain
E-bike ready: yes
Wheel size: 29"
Material fork crown/stem: aluminum/aluminum
Fork crown diameter: 59 mm
Material stanchions: Aluminum, Kashima coating (gold)
stanchion diameter: 36 mm
Material downtubes: Aluminum
Axle standard: 15x110 mm Boost Kabolt-X thru axle
Steerer tube: 1.5" to 1 1/8" tapered (transition from 40 mm to 28.6 mm at 80 mm +/-3 mm)
Steerer tube length: approx. 245 mm
Suspension travel: 160 mm
Suspension system: Float Air, air
Adjustment of the spring characteristic: yes, via volume spacer
Damping: GRIP X2, closed cartridge
Adjustment options: High-speed compression (HSC): 8 clicks | Low-speed compression (LSC): 18 clicks | High-speed rebound (HSR): 8 clicks | Low-speed rebound (LSR): 16 clicks
Lockout: without
Installation height: 571 mm
Brake mount: Postmount (min. 200 mm brake rotor)
Max. permissible brake rotor size: 230 mm
Maximum tire diameter: 762 mm
Max. tire width: 2.6" or min. 8.5 mm tire clearance to fork bridge
Offset: 44 mm
Color: shiny black, gold decals
Weight according to manufacturer: -
Weight self-weighed: 2356g incl. thru axle
Scope of delivery:
1x FOX suspension fork 29" 36 E-Optimized F-S Grip X2 160 mm BOOST 44 mm Offset tapered black | 2026
1x FOX 15x110 mm Kabolt-X thru axle Boost
3x FOX Air Volume Spacers
1x Ahead claw
1x user manual
FOX Mudguard for 36 / 36 SL mm Suspension Forks from Model year 2026 | blackavailable from stock
FOX Mudguard XL for 36 / 36 SL mm Suspension Forks from Model year 2026 | blackno delivery date