Suspension

HAND-BUILT IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA The Helm MKII is our first major update of the Helm fork lineup and improves on its predecessor in nearly every way. Hand-built in Western North Carolina and rigorously tested and developed in the Appalachian Mountains. Featuring an updated damper design with new compression and mid valve circuits, a new SKF oil seal head, and Motorex 2.5 weight damper oil. All of these elements work to reduce friction and increase sensitivity. Specifications Weight 2080 grams [Air] 2340 grams [Coil] Damping High Speed Compression, Low Speed Compression, Low Speed Rebound Adjustments High speed compression (10 positions) Low speed compression (10 positions) Low speed rebound (10 positions) Indexed Volume Adjustment system [Air] Spring Preload Adjustment [Coil] Travel Pre-Set from Factory at 160mm | Optimized for 130-160mm of travel. Travel is internally adjustable with 10mm Increments (160mm down to 130mm). No additional parts required. Spring Double-Air system with tunable High volume positive and negative air springs [Air] 55 lb Coil Spring installed from factory 35-45-55-65 lbs springs available [Coil] Stanchion Diameter 35mm Min. Brake Rotor Size 180mm. *If you are using a Hope Tech brake on a Helm fork, you will need to use a 200mm rotor with appropriate adapter. Spacing / Offset "D-Loc" 15mm Bolt-on thru axle 15mm x 110 BOOST spacing / 44mm offset Max Tire Size 64mm wide by 749mm tall (29) / 75mm wide by 739mm tall (27.5+)

The Cane Creek Helm MKII Air Suspension Fork features an upgraded damper design for increased support and control and a redesigned air spring that allows for increased air volume for better traction and suppleness. - D-Loc 15mm bolt-on thru-axle

The Cane Creek Helm MKII Coil Suspension Fork features an upgraded damper design for increased support and control. - Compression and midvalve circuit offer increased support and control - SKF oil seal head cartridge and wiper seals are low friction - Damping features include: high speed compression, low speed compression, low speed rebound - Adjustment options include: high speed compression (10 positions), low speed compression (17 positions), low speed rebound (10 positions), indexed travel adjust system, spring pre-load adjust - Lightweight coil spring - 55 lb Lightweight Coil Spring included from factory

The versatility of the Cane Creek HELM continues with the new HELM DJ. The new Cane Creek HELM DJ combines the proven performance, reliability and strength of the HELM MKII's chassis with a new short travel air spring optimized for Dirt Jumps, Dual Slalom and Street riding. Preset at 90mm travel and a 483mm axle to crown to accommodate a 26" wheel without changing the geometry of your dirt jump bicycle.