FOX Racing Shox 36 Float 29in Factory Grip X2 Fork

Crush technical descents with the Float 36 29in Factory Grip X2 Fork

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"This fork is exactly what I want when the terrain gets rowdy. It’s super stiff through the corners and buttery on big hits. The GRIP X2 damper gives me all the fine-tune control I need to keep things planted when it’s fast and loose."

For riders chasing steeper lines and higher speeds, the Float 36 29in Factory Grip X2 Fork is the aggressive front-end upgrade that delivers gravity-worthy performance in a trail-weight package. The latest MY26 update keeps the 36 true to its all-mountain roots while introducing refined damping and stiffness upgrades that elevate control and composure across any terrain.

Inside, the FLOAT EVOL air spring is enhanced with FOX’s new Glidecore tech, which allows the fork to move more freely under dynamic loads, reducing friction and boosting small-bump sensitivity. The chassis sees a 20% increase in torsional stiffness thanks to a redesigned arch and extended bushing overlap—translating to better tracking under braking and through off-camber terrain. At the core, the GRIP X2 damper offers FOX’s most tunable platform with independent high- and low-speed compression and rebound adjustments, letting us dial it to perfection for gravity-fed lines.

With a floating Kabolt-X axle, Kashima-coated stanchions, and full rotor compatibility up to 230mm, this fork stands at the intersection of precision, plushness, and aggressive capability.

Details

• 160mm fork for enduro and aggressive trail riding on 29in platforms
• GRIP X2 damper with 4-way adjustability for maximum control and tunability
• FLOAT EVOL air spring with Glidecore tech improves support and sensitivity
• 20% stiffer chassis from generative arch and longer bushing overlap
• Relocated bypass channels reduce friction during heavy compression
• Double-butted stanchion drops weight without compromising stiffness
• Kabolt-X floating axle improves alignment and steering response
• Compatible with 200–230mm rotors and optional FOX 36 mudguard
• Item #FRSC0B4

Tech Specs

Travel

160mm

Stanchion Material

aluminum, Kashima-coated

Lower Material

magnesium

Crown Material

aluminum

Wheel Size

29in

Steer Tube Diameter

1.5in tapered

Stanchion Diameter

36mm

Axle To Crown

576mm

Rake

44mm

Spring Type

FLOAT EVOL air

Damper

GRIP X2

Axle

15 x 110mm

Rotor Compatibility

200 - 230mm

Claimed Weight

4lb 4oz (1920g)

Activity

enduro, trail

Manufacturer Part Number

910-21-353, 910-21-351