The 6 Best Mountain Bike Forks of 2023

Fox Racing 34 Float Factory FIT4 Fork - 29"

The Fox Racing 34 Float Factory FIT4 29" Fork is the front suspension of choice for heavy trail riding: it has that famous off-the-top suppleness that Fox is known for, and some new bits and pieces that improve on what's already an industry-wide best in class. The lowers have been redesigned to make your ride even smoother, with clever bleeder valves and improved oil circulation keeping pressures chill and seals lubed. The EVOL air spring remains phenomenal and hassle-free, and the latest FIT4 damper caters to puzzlers while staying intuitive. It's big, it's light, and it's stiff: exactly what you need for harder enduro rides.

Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil Fork - 27.5"

"Well ACKshually, it's just a Fox 36 with a coil spring inside." Even if that were true, and it's not, that'd be pretty cool. While the Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil Fork shares some of its chassis and GRIP damper with its Fox counterpart, it's a truly unique fork. A throwback to open-bath coil forks of old, this Z1 is actually the most advanced fork Marz has ever made. It has adjustable travel, compression and rebound adjust, and external preload. Combine all that with the buttery smooth action of its lightweight spring, and this is a serious contender for hard charging riders who want the feel of a coil.

Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Fork - 29"

For aggressive trail riders, the simplicity of the Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Fork is a gift. No longer do you have to fiddle for hours to dial in your settings, Marzocchi's kept it easy with two basic controls: rebound and compression. This fork is slightly beefier than the competition, but you'll be free of the weight of wondering if you've set it up optimally. Because you have. Now, go!

Our bike buyer has an endless amount of knowledge on all things bike stemming from years of experience in the bike industry in tandem with their countless hours out on the dirt, gravel, and tarmac. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.