What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: "I love this fork for riders who want 36-level support and the benefits of the new SL chassis, but don’t need all the fine-tuning of the Factory versions. The GRIP damper is reliable, and the 140mm setup is perfect for fast and rowdy trail bikes."For riders who want the stiffness and confidence of FOX’s 36 platform without all the extra grams or bells and whistles, the 36 SL Float 29in Performance GRIP Fork hits the sweet spot. Tuned for fast trail bikes, it blends the ultra-light SL chassis with the simplicity and reliability of the GRIP damper to give us the control we need—without the tuning complexity we don’t. The Performance Series design features black anodized stanchions and the trusted FLOAT EVOL air spring for plush traction and mid-stroke support. A 3-position compression adjust offers trail-friendly tuning, letting us climb efficiently, charge descents, and stay planted in technical sections. It’s a perfect match for downcountry and aggressive XC riders who want big-bike confidence in a trimmed-down form.