Sport For the aspiring mountain biker who wants a trusted ride the Avalanche Comp features a SR Suntour XCM-HLO suspension fork and Shimano Deore shifting providing a ride that will let their skills develop. Elite For the aspiring mountain biker who wants a trusted ride that will adapt as their skills develop, the Avalanche Elite features a SR Suntour XCR-RL suspension fork and Shimano SLX shifting that will smooth out the ride and make climbing those hills easier.