I've ridden this shock hard for a month now and it has been fabulous. I wanted to soften up the top end of the suspension on my bike, yet keep the performance in the mid and bottom end of the stroke. It has done exactly that. I now have the confidence that the small loose jank won't throw me off line during the fast descents. Also, it climbs amazing. I do not use the lock out switch when climbing.

I just got this shock dialed on my Pivot Shadowcat. I needed to get a stiffer spring than the calculator suggested, btw.

This shock is so plush and responsive. I'm floored with how well my back wheel tracks while still giving me enough pop on side hits.

I love the climb lever, too! Large enough for my paws to find when Im eyeing up the ascent.