DT Swiss is more known for its legendary hubs, steadfast spokes and performance wheel systems than for its suspension components. Though the company has introduced multiple cross country and all-mountain fork and shock offerings over the last decade, DT doesn’t exactly come to mind when shopping for new suspension bits. But perhaps it should.

DT’s F535 ONE fork, introduced in 2018, offers a refreshingly different option for those looking for a new trail fork, both inside and out. One of the first things you’ll notice is that the F535 is missing the familiar knobs and air caps found on the crown of most forks. Instead, you’ll find beautifully made parts that are more like body panels than dust covers. They give way to clean lines and exude a level of quality in simplicity that the design nerds among us can appreciate.

The F535 is unique under its skin as well. Not only does it feature a position-sensitive damper (rather than just speed-sensitive), it also runs a hybrid coil and air spring.

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