Tigon – 185/55 – Trunnion – BDD0025

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The Air-Charged Coil Shock - $899.99

$899.99



Tigon is an entirely new DB Twin Tube shock that combines the sensitivity of a coil shock with the tunable support of an air spring – to fuel your most creative and playful riding yet.    

Tigon tracks the ground and grips like a coil shock, but thanks to our new patent-pending RAMP Tube Technology it also offers the mid-stroke and bottom out support that is often required from an air shock. Both of these benefits are now delivered in an entirely new layout that better withstands side-loading and buckling forces that can harm traditional coil shocks.

Want sensitivity and grip? Tigon delivers.  

Want more support? Just add air! 

Tigon’s RAMP Tube is a small air spring that works in conjunction with its main coil spring to control the shock’s progression. With this added feature, a rider will still rely on the main coil to support their body weight while setting sag – but can easily add up to 35% progression relative to a traditional coil shock. These adjustments are made using a basic shock pump.    

Highlights: 

  • Coil sensitivity with air support 
  • Main coil spring allows Tigon to offer incredible grip and ground-tracking sensitivity 
  • RAMP Tube Technology allows riders to add 20-35% more progression than typical coil shocks (30psi max)
  • Significantly increased strength due to the bracing provided by RAMP Tube  
  • Hand-built by riders in Western North Carolina

Need help tuning your shock? Visit our Rear Shock Tuning Guide

Shocks are sold without Spring or Hardware.

All shock returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee.

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Coil Sensitivity

 
Ground hugging, planted feel

Air Support


RAMP Tube offers tunable progression using basic shock pump

Smooth Ride


Coil sprung shocks are noticeably smoother on rough trails

20 – 35% More Progressive

than traditional coil shocks. Resists bottoming

Zero Stiction

 

Internal negative coil spring and low air pressures give Tigon the least breakaway force of our entire shock line

Increased Strength

 

due to larger diameter damper shaft and bracing provided by RAMP Tube

Twin Tube


damper gives maximum tunability and consistent performance

Hand Built

 

by riders in Western North Carolina

FROM ROCK GARDENS TO HARD-PACKED JUMP LINES

Tigon combines the ground tracking sensitivity of a coil shock with the mid-stroke and bottom out support of an air shock. Cane Creek’s Engineering team produced the world’s first DB Twin Tube shock that defies traditional shock categories. 

The air-charged RAMP Tube on Tigon allows riders to make quick, easy adjustments to increase liveliness, add support, or conversely, improve the plushness of their ride.

SENSITIVITY OR SUPPORT? CHOOSE BOTH.

FROM ROCK GARDENS TO HARD-PACKED JUMP LINES

Tigon combines the ground tracking sensitivity of a coil shock with the mid-stroke and bottom out support of an air shock. Cane Creek’s Engineering team produced the world’s first DB Twin Tube shock that defies traditional shock categories. 

The air-charged RAMP Tube on Tigon allows riders to make quick, easy adjustments to increase liveliness, add support, or conversely, improve the plushness of their ride.

RAMP TUBE
TECHNOLOGY

WANT MORE SUPPORT? JUST ADD AIR!

Using a basic shock pump, riders can now tune the support of their coil shock by adding pressure to the RAMP Tube. This added air chamber increases the progression of the shock and gives all the mid-stroke and bottom out support that you may want. RAMP Tube makes Tigon capable of providing 20-35% more progression than a typical coil shock. (30psi max) 

RAMP TUBE
TECHNOLOGY

WANT MORE SUPPORT? JUST ADD AIR!

Using a basic shock pump, riders can now tune the support of their coil shock by adding pressure to the RAMP Tube. This added air chamber increases the progression of the shock and gives all the mid-stroke and bottom out support that you may want. RAMP Tube makes Tigon capable of providing 20-35% more progression than a typical coil shock. (30psi max)

SUPREME
GRIP

WANT MORE SENSITIVITY? TIGON DELIVERS.

The supreme sensitivity of coil is always present, providing the most active suspension possible – no matter the air pressure. If desired, riders can remove air from the RAMP Tube to turn Tigon into a more linear, traditional coil shock to amplify its ground-tracking ability. Encountering steep, technical, and slippery trails? Simply remove the air from the RAMP Tube for a shock setup that stays more planted to the ground.

Caroline E. | Rocky Knob | Pisgah USNF

SUPREME
GRIP

WANT MORE SENSITIVITY? TIGON DELIVERS.

The supreme sensitivity of coil is always present, providing the most active suspension possible – no matter the air pressure. If desired, riders can remove air from the RAMP Tube to turn Tigon into a more linear, traditional coil shock to amplify its ground-tracking ability. Encountering steep, technical, and slippery trails? Simply remove the air from the RAMP Tube for a shock setup that stays more planted to the ground.

STRENGTH AND RELIABILITY

BUILT TO LAST

Tigon expands the usable market for coil by providing a more resilient solution for clevis and trunnion mount frames.

The bracing provided by RAMP Tube, paired with an oversized damper shaft relocated to the middle of the shock, adds a significant amount of lateral strength.

STRENGTH AND RELIABILITY

BUILT TO LAST

Tigon expands the usable market for coil by providing a more resilient solution for clevis and trunnion mount frames.

The bracing provided by RAMP Tube, paired with an oversized damper shaft relocated to the middle of the shock, adds a significant amount of lateral strength.

“…there’s no other shock on the market that can claim all of the Tigon's selling points. Most importantly, the Tigon is strong enough to withstand clevis shock mounts. Simply put, it's supple, strong, consistent, and resists bottoming.”

– Matt Beer, Pinkbike

1 review for Tigon – 185/55 – Trunnion – BDD0025

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Chris Kennedy

Un-freaking-believable! I purchased this for a 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. I found the stock shock harsh on small bumps and chatter. I expected some trade offs moving to the Tigon. I’m happily disappointed in that expectation. I have not encountered a situation where the Tigon has not out performed the stock shock. Climbing? Loads of traction and support. Jumping? Controlled pop for days! Descending? No surprise here…buttery smooth. Pumping? This thing should work at a gas station. Add face melting customer service from Andy to this legendary shock performance and I’ll be happily riding Cane Creek suspension for years to come!

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Chris Kennedy

Un-freaking-believable! I purchased this for a 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. I found the stock shock harsh on small bumps and chatter. I expected some trade offs moving to the Tigon. I’m happily disappointed in that expectation. I have not encountered a situation where the Tigon has not out performed the stock shock. Climbing? Loads of traction and support. Jumping? Controlled pop for days! Descending? No surprise here…buttery smooth. Pumping? This thing should work at a gas station. Add face melting customer service from Andy to this legendary shock performance and I’ll be happily riding Cane Creek suspension for years to come!

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  1. Un-freaking-believable! I purchased this for a 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. I found the stock shock harsh on small bumps and chatter.

    I expected some trade offs moving to the Tigon. I’m happily disappointed in that expectation. I have not encountered a situation where the Tigon has not out performed the stock shock. Climbing? Loads of traction and support. Jumping? Controlled pop for days! Descending? No surprise here…buttery smooth. Pumping? This thing should work at a gas station.

    Add face melting customer service from Andy to this legendary shock performance and I’ll be happily riding Cane Creek suspension for years to come!

    Image #1 from Chris Kennedy
    Image #2 from Chris Kennedy
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Bike Fitment

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MakeModelMounting Config.Shock SizeHardwareFit?Notes
SpecializedEnduroTrunnion205 x 60 noneYes
LevoStandardS1: 52.5x210mm, S2-S6: 55x210mm8 mm ID x 20 mm W (front), No Hardware (rear)Yes
Levo SL 2021-2023Standard210×52.520×8
Levo SL 2024StandardS1 210×50, S2-S6: 210×55Front: 20×8 Rear: No HardwareYes
Stumpjumper EvoStandard210 x 5520 x 8Yes
TrekFuel EXTrunnion185×5540×8Yes
Fuel EX-eTrunnion205×6040×8Yes
Slash gen. 6Standard230 x 6554mm x 10mm upper, 20mm x 8mm lowerYeshttps://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/FAQ/Slash-Gen6/
GiantReignTrunnion205×62.5YesCircumstantially, the 2017 reign may have used a 40×8
NorcoOptic (latest gen)Trunnion185 x 5030×8Yeshttps://thelostco.com/pages/shock-hardware-database
Sight (latest gen)Trunnion205×6030×8Yes
Santa CruzBronsonStandard230×60Front: 30×8 (Standard Bushing), Rear 30×8 (Roller Bearing)Yes
MegatowerStandard230×62.5Front: 30×8, Rear: 30×8Yes
Heckler SLStandard210×55Front: 30×8, Rear: 30×8Yes
Hightower (current)Standard210×55Front: 30×8, Rear: 30×8Yes
TransitionSentinelTrunnion205 x 62.525 x 8Yes
PatrolTrunnion205 x 60 30×8Yes
SpireTrunnion205 x 6530×8Yes
Repeater PTTrunnion205 x 6530 x 8
OrbeaRiseStandardSL: 210 x 50, LT: 210 x 55NoneYes
Rallon ’22-’23Standard230 x 60Front: 21.84 x 8  Rear: Use stock hardwareYes
Rallon 2024Standard230 x 62.5Front: 21.84 x 8  Rear: Use stock hardwareYes
WildTrunnion205 x 65NoneYes
KonaProcess XTrunnion205×62.520×8Yeshttps://thelostco.com/pages/shock-hardware-database
IbisRipmoStandard210 x 55Front: 25×8, Rear: 15×8Yes
HD6Standard230 x 65Front: 25×8, Rear: 15×8Yes
OsoTrunnion205×60Proprietary (None)Yes
ScottGenius (latest gen)Trunnion185×5520×8
CannondaleJekylTrunnion205 x 6530 x 8Yes
Habit LT (latest)Standard210 x 5520×8Yes
YetiSB140Standard210×55Front: 36×8, Rear: ProprietaryYes
SB160Standard230×65Front: 36×8, Rear: ProprietaryYes
ForbiddenDreadnoughtTrunnion205 x 60 Rear: 30×8Yes
Druid V2Trunnion185 x 50Rear: 30×8Yes
Druid V1Standard210×55Front: 30×8, Rear: 30×8
DeviateHighlander IIStandard210×55Front: 40×8, Rear Eyelet BushingYeshttps://store.deviatecycles.com/products/shock-bolt-kit?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=602e1e67f&pr_rec_pid=7372263424036&pr_ref_pid=7372263751716&pr_seq=uniform
https://store.deviatecycles.com/products/shock-hardware-kit
The first link to to a bolt (40×8), but their shock hardware product does not have measurements
ClaymoreStandard230×60Front: 40×8, Rear: Eyelet bushingYes
RevelRail 29Standard230×60Front: 22.2×8, Rear: Open EyeletYes
Rail 27Standard230×65Front: 22.2×8, Rear: Open Eyelet
RascalStandard210×50Front: 25×8, Rear: 25×8Yes
AriLa Sal PeakStandard230×6530 x 8, front & rearYeshttps://aribikes.com/products/fox-mounting-hardware-m8x22-2
 

This list is not exhaustive, and represents 30 popular bikes that we know Tigon fits. There are many many more bikes out there that are also fit the shock! If you have any question regarding shock fitment or hardware, please contact our support team at 828-641-9560 or support@canecreek.com. We’ll help you figure out exactly what you need!

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After having run many double barrel shocks in the past, I was excited to hear about the Tigon. I had gotten a Trek Top Fuel and was not happy with the stock shock and regressive tune that it came with. After talking with the team at Cane Creek I chose to give this shock a try, it has made the bike night and day difference from where I started. The ramp tube is awesome to use on this short travel frame and would recommend it for anyone looking to build up a short travel do it all bike.

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Night and day improvement for a Turbo Levo Alloy. Much better grip and cornering and smooths the small bumps.

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Un-freaking-believable! I purchased this for a 2024 Trek Fuel Ex 9.8. I found the stock shock harsh on small bumps and chatter.

I expected some trade offs moving to the Tigon. I’m happily disappointed in that expectation. I have not encountered a situation where the Tigon has not out performed the stock shock. Climbing? Loads of traction and support. Jumping? Controlled pop for days! Descending? No surprise here…buttery smooth. Pumping? This thing should work at a gas station.

Add face melting customer service from Andy to this legendary shock performance and I’ll be happily riding Cane Creek suspension for years to come!

9 months ago