Talas adjustment

TONYACCURSO said:

Im sure I should post this in the suspension board, but I thought the Homers may be a better source of information.
I have a 2004 Talas RLC on my 5 spot (the big green one), and I wanted to know how to properly set up the compression feature. Im not sure I understand how and when the compression feature works.Im 220lbs, and I have been using 115 lbs air pre load, and I have the rebound 3 clicks from full fast. I havent touched the blow off knob, since I dont lock the shock out ( I ride the sa
me places Bikezilla rides). Any info is greatly appreciated.

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Compression damping on pre '05 Fox forx is weak, at best. You "may" notice a small degree of damping at slow speeds, but that's about it.
What compression damping should do is allow the user to control the rate & resistance at which the fork compresses under load.
Rebound damping on fox forx has been excellent from day 1 and compression damping on '05 models is vastly improved.

It also sounds like you might be using too much preload, but that's a matter of personal taste. I'd start by opening the fork to max height, then setting the sag to 25mm and microadjust from there.

If you're unhappy with the range of damping on your fork, consider sending it to PUSH for optimization.
www.pushindustries.com

Lock out/ blow off

I heard that the lock out can sort of work like a stable platform valve. Should I be using this?? Im a bit confused as to what the proper method for using this fork is.

TONYACCURSO said:

I heard that the lock out can sort of work like a stable platform valve. Should I be using this?? Im a bit confused as to what the proper method for using this fork is.

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It can be used in that aspect, but what I've found is that it basically just makes the small bump compliance worse. It will allow you to get out of the saddle and crank with minimal bob, but I just don't like the ride when using the lockout and threshold.

The method is lock the fork out and adjust the blow-off threshold (blue knob on bottom of fork leg) to preference.

I agree with Squeak, I think your preload is too high. I am 195 and I run in the 60psi range I believe. I have my fork setup to be plush though, so if you are a XC racer type your settings will vary pretty greatly. 25-30% sag regardless of what psi is pretty much how I setup all my forks though.

Yup. Using the lockout as a type of platform sucks & results only in a harsh ride.