Conditions for use
Each model of Bontrager fork is intended to be used in a specific set of conditions. Riding a
Bontrager fork in a manner other than its intended use can cause the fork to fail. Determine
the type of Bontrager fork you have purchased, and avoid conditions beyond the intent of
your fork, as listed below:
use Condition
bontrager fork type
For riding on pavement only
Riding on a paved surface
where the tires do not lose
ground contact
Forks with caliper-type brake
mounts (only)
For riding on improved
paths and roadways only
No jumping
Condition plus smooth gravel
roads and improved trails
with moderate grades where
the tires do not lose ground
contact
Forks for 650 or 700c-sized
wheels with brake bosses on
the fork blades ( for V-type or
cantilever brakes)
For riding on unimproved
trails with small obstacles
Conditions and 2 plus rough
trails, small obstacles, and
smooth technical areas, includ-
ing areas where momentary
loss of tire contact with the
ground may occur.
not
jumping.
Forks for 26" or 29" wheels
For riding on rough trails
with medium obstacles
Conditions , 2, and 3 plus
rough technical areas, moder-
ately sized obstacles, and small
jumps.
none
For extreme riding
User caution advised
Jumping, hucking, high speeds,
or aggressive riding on rougher
surfaces, or landing on flat
surfaces. This type of riding
is extremely hazardous and
puts unpredictable forces on a
bicycle which may overload the
frame, fork, or parts.
none
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