XC courses are more technical than ever, with the latest longer-travel XC bikes more than capable. With a stout full-width stance, increased travel and tire clearance, and svelte sub-1500g weight, the new 34 SL Performance Elite suspension fork is built to exceed the demands of modern XC and downcountry. - Full-width 34mm chassis with aggressive generative design-aided arch and crown for 17% increase in stiffness and 10mm increase in travel over 34 SC, at only 3% weight increase - 20mm increased bushing overlap for reduced friction and greater stiffness with no increase in axle-to-crown length (compared to 34 SC) - Longer air spring than 34 SC with larger negative volume mirrors 34 LT's supple initial stroke and 34 SC's supportive mid and end stroke - Double-butted damper side stanchion for weight savings - Lower Leg Bypass Channels relocated 90 inboard for improved bushing loading and reduced dynamic friction