DBair IL

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PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY REDEFINIED

Introducing the DBAIR [IL], an all-new twin-tube inline shock with superior performance and reliability. The first shock to feature Cane Creek’s LinEair Spring, the DBAIR [IL] is the best of both worlds, an air shock that feels more supple, linear and seamlessly supportive throughout its travel.

 

When developing the DBAIR [IL], our engineering team brought forth great advancements in our design and manufacturing processes, all devised to make our shocks more robust compared to the previous generation. The fully loaded functions of the DBAIR [IL] far outstrips other inline shocks and now offers even greater performance and reliability to unleash the full potential of trail and enduro bikes.

 

For any help with hardware installation or setting sag on your new Double Barrel shock, please check out the videos on the right side of this page. Mounting hardware is free of charge when your order a shock factory direct.  The price will be reflected at the checkout screen.

 

All shocks are built to order by hand in our facility in North Carolina, USA. The average lead time for a shock to be built and shipped is 3-5 business days.  Depending on demand and parts availability, lead times can vary. If you have any questions about the status of your shock, our Cane Creek customer service team would be happy to give you further details about your shock’s lead time.

Please select the proper hardware to fit your bike.

Specs

WEIGHT
 ~397 grams (weight varies by size)
DAMPING
 Twin-tube independent compression and rebound in two high-speed and four low-speed damping circuits
ADJUSTMENTS
 4-way independent adjustment:
  • High speed compression
  • Low speed compression
  • High speed rebound
  • Low speed rebound
Climb Switch On/off  
SHAFT MATERIAL
 Aluminum 7075
SHAFT DIAMETER
 8mm
AIR SPRING
 LinEair Air Spring
FINISH
 Anodized and laser-etched
MOUNTING INTERFACE
 High performance low friction IGUS bushing 1/2" Universal Axle

Features

DOUBLE BARREL TWIN TUBE TECHNOLOGY

Exclusive Twin Tube Technology circulates oil continuously through the damping valving to achieve highly controllable, independent damping for both compression and rebound strokes. This unique design moves oil through externally adjustable valving instead of the main piston, allowing for superior tunability and eliminating the need for internal valving changes to achieve proper shock setup.

CLIMBING SWITCH TECHNOLOGY

CS is the most innovative climbing feature available. This proprietary climbing feature (patent-pending) for Double Barrel shocks alters the entire low frequency dynamic response of the shock to specifically address the demands of ascending on a bicycle. For more information, graphs, and videos visit our Double Barrel Climbing Efficiency page.

LinEair Spring

The DBAIR [IL]is the first shock to feature our LinEair Spring. Requiring a lower force to activate, the LinEair Spring provides the consistent feel of a coil shock from the initial stroke, full support during mid stroke and the added bonus of a progressive air spring curve when deep in the travel.  

Technical Documents

Additional documents on the Manuals and Support Documents page.

DIALED

The DIALED app for tuning is available on iTunes and Google Play.