Cane Creek Announces The DB AIR [IL], OPT, and DROPT

FLETCHER, N.C. – January 10th, 2017. Cane Creek Cycling Components is very proud to introduce the newest product to the Double Barrel family, the DB AIR [IL]. Three years in the making, the DB AIR [IL] is the next evolution of the most advanced inline shock. Launched in 2014, the Cane Creek DBInline was a leap forward in mountain bike suspension technology that was revered as a game changer to the industry. However, we acknowledged the need for a big jump in reliability. With the development of the DB AIR [IL], we have brought forth great advancements in our design and manufacturing processes, all in an effort to make our shocks more robust compared to the previous generation of in-line Double Barrel technology. These successful advancements that were used to create the DB AIR [IL] have also been employed into the new 2017 DBInline and DB COIL [IL] shocks, ensuring increased reliability across the entire in-line Double Barrel shock family. For detailed descriptions of these advancements and added features please refer to http://www.canecreek.com/products/suspension/dbair-il . DB AIR [IL] is available for purchase and shipment now.

In addition to the DB AIR [IL], Cane Creek Cycling Components is also introducing two new handle bar remote systems for 2017:

The OPT climb switch handlebar remote – allows handlebar access and optimized control to the climb switch function of any DB AIR [IL], DB COIL [IL], and DBInline shocks. OPT’s mechanical cable design was intended to keep the remote simple and reliable. OPT has two different mounting options to cater to several types of shock mounting orientations. To learn more about the OPT climb switch remote please refer to http://www.canecreek.com/products/suspension/accessories/opt . OPT will be available for purchase and shipment February 1st.

The DROPT dropper seat post remote – designed with OPT in mind, is a universal remote that is compatible with any cable actuated dropper seat post. DROPT can be easily mounted on the same handlebar clamp with OPT to reduce handlebar clutter, and holds several adjustment features to create the ideal dropper post handlebar set up for all types of cable orientations and requirements. To learn more about the DROPT dropper seat post remote please refer to http://www.canecreek.com/products/suspension/accessories/dropt

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Cane Creek Re-Launches Headset Fit Finder

Cane Creek is proud to announce the rebuild of one of their most popular online tools, the Headset Fit Finder. 

Identifying proper headset fit can be complicated.  Cane Creek has been helping dealers and consumers make sense of the process with its customized Headset Fit Finder since 2010 and now they have made it even easier.

The Headset Fit Finder allows users to quickly identify headset requirements by choosing make, model and year information of a bike.  With over 11,500 bicycles in the database and more added every day, most users will find their headset requirements easily.  If a given bicycle is not in the database, users can follow the step-by-step wizard that generates fit results based on frame and fork configuration.

The Fit Finder has been reworked for an interactive and user-friendly experience, integrating the latest S.H.I.S. evolution and data mining capabilities.

S.H.I.S. (Standardized Headset Identification System) is a common language for describing modern bicycle headsets developed by Cane Creek and industry manufacturing partners.  By incorporating S.H.I.S. into the Fit Finder, a user is walked through the S.H.I.S. identification process during their headset search. 

“With every innovation we come up with, we are tasked with the responsibility of education.  If we don’t properly provide the resources necessary for everyone to understand – no one will use them”, says Holly Colson, Director of Marketing for Cane Creek.    “This new format provides a comprehensive experience along with an educational element, users learn SHIS as they click through our site”.  The end result is a better understanding of the SHIS procedure for the industry and consumers and greater adoption worldwide. 

On the back-end, the new Headset Fit Finder is capturing valuable data so that Cane Creek will be able to better identify industry headset trends and purchasing habits.  To greater expand the reach, Cane Creek distributors and dealers are also able to embed the Headset Fit Finder into their websites via an iFrame.

Bicycle headtubes and headsets have changed dramatically in just a few short seasons," according to Chris Strout, Director of Aftermarket Sales. "In-depth analysis of the market allows us to make practical recommendations for retailers, to take the guesswork out of stocking decisions. Embedding the Fit Finder takes that a step further by taking the mystery out of choosing the right headset for any bike”.

INTRODUCING THE CANE CREEK DBAIR CS

CANE CREEK INTRODUCES NEW CLIMBING TECHNOLOGY FOR DOUBLE BARREL SHOCKS

Cane Creek Cycling Components continues to expand its suspension offering with the introduction of the “CS” climbing feature for Double Barrel shocks. The shock-mounted switch is a selectable mode that optimizes damping for climbing. Unlike conventional pedal platforms, CS provides climbing-specific low speed damping in both compression and rebound. The new design is a patent-pending extension of the Double Barrel's unique twin tube technology. For the rider, this means best in class uphill performance while maintaining the acclaimed descending prowess and rider-based tuning for which the Double Barrel is known.

Cane Creek's goal with CS was to provide a climbing mode that allows riders to utilize the full benefits of suspension. "Until Cane Creek developed CS, pedal platforms have only dealt with half of the climbing dynamics (low speed compression), which is an inherent compromise,” commented Josh Coaplen, VP of Engineering. “A rider is subject to both compression and extension forces and must physically respond to both when climbing. The advantage of stabilizing the suspension during all phases of the shock’s travel is greater traction and power transfer with less fatigue.”

The CS feature modifies the Double Barrel shock to include two selectable damping circuits. By changing the position of the Climb Switch, the rider chooses which circuit is active. Circuit 1 has the same external adjustability and performance as standard Double Barrel shocks and is tuned via LSC, LSR, HSC and HSR. Damping circuit 2 is tuned specifically for climbing and completely alters the low-speed damping characteristics of the shock by changing compression and rebound settings simultaneously. This adjustment mitigates unwanted chassis motion while climbing without compromising the traction and control one expects from a modern suspension bike.

"Nearly a decade ago, Cane Creek recognized the opportunity to advance mountain bike suspension through the introduction of twin tube technology." Scott Sonnone, President and CEO stated. "The development of CS continues to build on this core foundation and will play an important role in our plans going forward.”
Cane Creek shocks with CS will be available to the public in September 2013. Learn more at www.canecreek.com