RockShox Super Deluxe vs Fox Float X2 | Which is best for you?

The RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate and Fox Factory Float X2 are the most popular aftermarket rear air shocks on the trail for a good reason. Both shocks offer amazing performance and excellent longterm durability.

In this video, Mike gives an in-depth review of both shocks and compares them head to head to help figure out which shock is best for you.

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The Lost Co.

Bellingham, WA

360-306-8827

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0:00 Intro
0:57 Shock Overviews
3:39 Setup Procedures
6:19 Performance
9:05 Value
11:29 Which is best for you?

#mountainbike

#rockshox

#ridefox

[TheLostCo]

*_Which shock would you run? And why?_*

[marzrazavi]

Watching this at .5 or .25 speed is hilarious. The guy sounds hammered lol

[sean]

I don't even have a rear shock. why am I watching this lol

[samhawkinberry]

Fox float dhx2 vs rockshox super deluxe coil?

[johnnnewmex]

Agree with your assessment. I do find the X2 to offer better pedaling support in the open mode. One of the better things about the Rockshox is that is easier to perform some basic maintenance at home, which makes it more affordable to own.

[rain.]

You almost sounded like a biker Linus for a second there...

[tmwei]

I already have the Float X2 of my Pivot Mach6 for my bike park runs and I love it.

[ralph_barbasa]

Love the fact I watch bike shocks so much even tho I only ride hardtails lol, but l’ll rather choose coil version of the fox float x2

[rangi]

dude your reviews are awesome and really well done! you missed nothing! Would sooo love to see you do your thing on that transition bike in the video! ;)

[chucknoob]

I didn’t find setup of the X2 very difficult. Maxed out the air volume spacers because my bike has a regressive leverage curve, set the pressure to give me roughly 20% sag then set high/low speed compression/rebound knobs within the suggested range. Set high-speed rebound at the top of the suggested range (slower rebound) for jumping. Worked great for me and it was a huge performance improvement.

[Allinho]

Excellent review. It really covered all the bases

[trailladymtb]

I really dig the videos. Always so informative. Have you done a video on how to install a larger Meg Neg can on the Rock Shox and what riders can benefit from it? That DaVinci is sweet. You always have nice bikes. Thanks for the detailed video. Happy Trails!

[curtc]

I rode Fox suspension on a 2011 GT Sensor 1.0 for years and never had to touch it...no oil or air leaks, it just worked. My 2020 Revel Rascal came with Rockshox and it's been nothing but a PITA. The fork leaked oil in the first few months, had to have my LBS fix it, and now the "deluxe" shock is leaking air. I have to refill it every time I ride, and during the ride! Haven't even had the bike for a year. I'm 55 years old, not a downhill balls to the wall enduro rider. I'm switching to Fox and getting rid of this Rockshox crap. Love the Rascal, great bike!

[skylerscheetz]

Either would be sick! Currently running 2018 Superdeluxe RC3 and absolutely love the shock. Feels like it’s 100% dailed after trying a few different volume spacer and pressure combos. Settled on 190psi with a 2.5 gnardog spacer. (6’3”, I weigh 185-190) felt like it was the best happy medium for both small bump/grip and pop/support but know only the X2 can be 🤣

[TheRadChannel]

My SB150 frame came with the X2. I can’t wait to build it and rip on it!!

[raheemgahelable]

Great video! I mean, what can I say..., Both shocks and thier comparable forks won the EWS Multiple times. They're both great 🤘

[marinberndt]

Rockshox is a clear winner cause of the price

[TPV]

The new tune on the super deluxe on the new 5010 is amazing. Both are great shocks though. Most people dont bother with tuning their shocks to fit their bikes and riding style/weight. If you already have a shock try having it properly serviced and tuned first before you buy a new one.

[craigsteele]

Fantastic review brotha! Well done!....

[caderidenour]

Sweet vid Mike. Would have been interesting to see you talk about serviceability. X2 requires the damper to be disassembled to do a 50 hour air can service(send it in to fox/shop) where this is not the case with a DPX2 or super deluxe.