Double Barrel reviews.

[SBDownhillRacer]

So the few monkeys that have the dbs, can you give possibly some long term reviews of the shocks performance? Has it changed overtime in any sort, different conditions, stuff like that. Thanks.

[Jeremy R]

It still feels exactly the same.
Which is great.
Its very adjustable, and another bonus is not having to replace the DU bushings every month like on my other shocks.
Its still rock solid.

[dexterq20]

It still feels exactly the same.
Which is great.
Its very adjustable, and another bonus is not having to replace the DU bushings every month like on my other shocks.
Its still rock solid.
:stupid: Couldn't be happier with mine. Smooth, controlled, predictable. It rocks.

[motomike]

:stupid: Couldn't be happier with mine. Smooth, controlled, predictable. It rocks.
I agree. I'm still impressed by it. :)

[SBDownhillRacer]

good. thanks, that is what i wanted to hear.

[Tarpon]

I can't answer the long term question yet since I've only had mine a few weeks. So far it's lived up to expectations. It replaces the 5th Element on my Knolly. The rear end is more plush and active now so I'm pleased with the upgrade. I'm still tweaking the settings so it feels better all the time. I would definately buy another one. The only downside was the Ti spring from my 5th doesn't fit, the Progressive springs are a slightly smaller ID than the DB, DHX, and Swinger.

[SBDownhillRacer]

so what i'm hearing is that it is a good upgrade over a dhx? And would a ti spring from a dhx fit a db?

[zmtber]

stop it your not getting the db trevor

your rear shock is fine, if you were going to change anything on your bike the DHX 5.0 will be the last to go, what about selling your Jr T first and upgrading that!

[Bicyclist]

If you have a DHX already, don't bother buying a DB. If you want ultimate performance just get your DHX PUSHed for your weight, bike, and riding style.

Plus, the DB is heavier than the DHX.

If you're on a Jr. T I would DEFINATELY upgrade that before the rear shock. Look at the new Boxxer Team, there are a few brand new ones in the buy and sell right now for cheap.

[SBDownhillRacer]

i wasn't going to make a purchase anytime soon, i'm just gathering information so when i do make a purchase. I would to love to push my DHX, i just have to wait for PUSH to Push them. I want the 07 40 really bad and i'm working for it, it will just take time.

[bizutch]

If you have a DHX already, don't bother buying a DB. If you want ultimate performance just get your DHX PUSHed for your weight, bike, and riding style.

Plus, the DB is heavier than the DHX.
you have no clue do you? no clue whatsoever....:nopity:

[Bicyclist]

I have no complaint with my DHX and I don't see why I'd spend more than twice the price of my new DHX 4.0 to get a different, heavier shock.

[SBDownhillRacer]

I have no complaint with my DHX and I don't see why I'd spend more than twice the price of my new DHX 4.0 to get a different, heavier shock.


not that it matters right now, but is the db really heavier than the dhx? I would have to imagine that they are very close in weight. I think what Bicyclist is trying to say that it may or may not be worth 650 bucks for a new shock, unless there is a 650 dollar difference in performance. Is it treu or not? That is what i want to know. If it helps any, i have a stab supreme and i will have it for a while so that is the bike that this shock if i were to get it would go on.

[Bicyclist]

That's exactly what I'm saying. You should put your money elsewhere.

It's actually a fair bit lighter because of the aluminum shaft. I was shocked at how much lighter it was than my Swinger.

[konabiker]

you have no clue do you? no clue whatsoever....:nopity:
...And you have a heavily biased opinion due to your hookup with Canecreek, I'd personally take both opinions with a grain of salt...

[blue]

If you have a DHX already, don't bother buying a DB. If you want ultimate performance just get your DHX PUSHed for your weight, bike, and riding style.

Plus, the DB is heavier than the DHX.

If you're on a Jr. T I would DEFINATELY upgrade that before the rear shock. Look at the new Boxxer Team, there are a few brand new ones in the buy and sell right now for cheap.

I saw one on MTBr for 300 bucks the other day...

[konabiker]

Also about the DB, unless you really know what you are doing with your suspension set up, or are friends with someone who is I wouldn't sugest it. It's bling, but if you don't have the knowledge to properly set it up then it's not going to benifit you at all. The one I tried on my friends Demo seemed really nice, but personally I don't see it worth the money over a DHX/Swinger.

[Ian Collins]

...And you have a heavily biased opinion due to your hookup with Canecreek, I'd personally take both opinions with a grain of salt...


yeah, you stole the words right out of my mouth.....and additionally, i'm sure butch has spent PLENTY of time on a push'd DHX......he's probably never even ridden one, so, he really doesn't have a leg to stand on, but that's typical of him.....so hilarious....

[sinister37]

and you come off as a real dick, so it works out in the end.

[Bicyclist]

I think everyone needs to chill. Jesus.

Either way, SB, you'll be good. Personally I wouldn't spend the money but it's up to you.

[bizutch]

and you come off as a real dick, so it works out in the end.
Thanks brah :thumb:


To all you frickin' e-riders...bite me. I'm don't have a hook up with Cane Creek. I live down the road from them...whoooo. So that means half of So Cal has hook up and you should only listen to people who pay retail.:rolleyes:

I've got 12 years experience in DH racing and another 8 in Motocross racing. I've not come close to riding anything any better than the Double Barrel.

To the comment about being able to Fokk it up easier in terms of tuning...it's the OPPOSITE!! It can be said that if you crank the adjustments to their max's one way or the other, you will have the biggest turd ever...YES! Because all 4 adjusters can completely open up or completely shut down their independent circuits!

But...and this is where someone RIDING AN RACING a Double Barrel can speak confidently...it is the EASIEST...I repeat...EASIEST shock to set up on the market. When you make slight adjustment...you immediately feel what it has done.

[SBDownhillRacer]

Also about the DB, unless you really know what you are doing with your suspension set up, or are friends with someone who is I wouldn't sugest it. It's bling, but if you don't have the knowledge to properly set it up then it's not going to benifit you at all. The one I tried on my friends Demo seemed really nice, but personally I don't see it worth the money over a DHX/Swinger.

that is one major thing that i'm not great with is setting up shocks. It took me a while to get my dhx set up for me and i imagine a db would be a lot harder, although i have herd that cane creek does give you very close numbers basedon your bike, style weight and terrain.

[SXtrailrider]

Trevor I Beg You Man Don't Get The Db The Dhx Is Fne Use That Money To Spend To Lighten Up Your Ride. Eg Fork, Saddle,cranks,seatpost.

[Zark]

Get rid of that Jr-T first, or get some Super T cartridges in there. If you already have a DHX a new rear shock should be a low priority.
This goes for you too Ben, get rid of that spikey mess of a fork! ;)

[zmtber]

he has the super t cartridges but even so DHX is perfect for what he does, and even perfect for what he will do there are only few that i can think of that would truly benefit from having this shock.

[bizutch]

that is one major thing that i'm not great with is setting up shocks. It took me a while to get my dhx set up for me and i imagine a db would be a lot harder, although i have herd that cane creek does give you very close numbers basedon your bike, style weight and terrain.
DB is way easier to set up. Each circuit is independent of the other 3. So when you make an adjustment you want...you don't have to back off other adjusters, let air out or in chambers, or crank any knobs out or in to compensate for that adjustment. If you think high speed compression is too stiff, back the knob out and ONLY that characteristic of your suspension is changed.

If you think a course is a pedaler...run the low speed compression adjuster in a notch or two and pedal around the parking lot. You'll feel the change.

[Jm_]

DB is way easier to set up. Each circuit is independent of the other 3. So when you make an adjustment you want...you don't have to back off other adjusters, let air out or in chambers, or crank any knobs out or in to compensate for that adjustment. If you think high speed compression is too stiff, back the knob out and ONLY that characteristic of your suspension is changed.
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Is that how like on my DHX when I adjust the propedal knob, it only changes that aspect of the shock?

Or how when I adjust the air chamber, it doesn't make the rebound work any differently?

[Bicyclist]

Is that how like on my DHX when I adjust the propedal knob, it only changes that aspect of the shock?

Or how when I adjust the air chamber, it doesn't make the rebound work any differently?

Yep, pretty much. :D

[bizutch]

Is that how like on my DHX when I adjust the propedal knob, it only changes that aspect of the shock?

Or how when I adjust the air chamber, it doesn't make the rebound work any differently?
funny. you neglected to mention how adjusting the air chamber requires you to adjust that other feature...hmmmm...now which one was it?

Dude...I ain't hating on the DHX. Loved it last year. Love the DB more. you know you want it...come and git it... :agree:

[bizutch]

oh...and the DB has much less heat-up and cavitation than other brands. Saw that for myself in the "lab".

[Radarr]

This thread sucks. :stosh: