• CANE CREEK VALT Progressive Shock Spring
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CANE CREEK

White CANE CREEK VALT progressive shock spring

Manufacturer’s ref.: AAD2583
The white CANE CREEK VALT progressive shock spring is a progressive-rate spring, designed and tuned by Cane Creek’s engineering team to deliver a genuine... Read more
99,99 €
99,99 €
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Highlights

  • Progressive spring: stiffness increases from 50% of the stroke
  • Coil suppleness with end-stroke support
  • Curve modelled on the Coil IL, approximately 18% more stiffness
  • High-performance steel, 380 to 465 g
  • Gloss white finish.

Description

The white CANE CREEK VALT progressive shock spring is a progressive-rate spring, designed and tuned by Cane Creek’s engineering team to deliver a genuine rising-rate curve. It retains the sensitivity and “set it and forget it” adjustment of a coil shock, with the progressivity sought by hard-charging riders and needed by many frames.

Progression begins at 50% of the spring’s stroke. Its curve matches that of the Coil IL shock with a standard volume reduction, providing approximately 18% more stiffness at the end of the stroke, and approaches that of a Kitsuma Air air spring with a volume spacer. This gives the supple feel of a coil at the start of the stroke, with better support towards the end.

It also allows a coil shock to be fitted to a less progressive frame without worrying about bottoming out. High-performance steel (380 to 465 g), 36.5 mm inner diameter, gloss white finish. Compatible with Cane Creek coil shocks except the Tigon, which only accepts linear VALT springs.

Technical information

Type: progressive (progression starts at 50% of the stroke);
Material: high-performance steel;
Inner diameter: 36.5 mm;
Outer diameter: 52.5 to 54 mm;
Weight (manufacturer): 380 to 465 g depending on spring rate and stroke;
Compatibility: Cane Creek coil shocks, excluding the Tigon (linear VALT springs only);
Spring rate: stiffness range in lb per inch (for example, 450-550);
Stroke: 45, 55 or 65 mm;
Colour: gloss white;

Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between a linear spring and a progressive spring?

A linear spring has a constant spring rate: the force needed to compress it increases proportionally (400 lb for one inch, 800 lb for two). A progressive gets stiffer as it compresses: progression begins at 50% of its travel, reaching approximately 18% more stiffness at the end of its travel. A progressive spring retains the initial suppleness of a coil spring while adding support against bottoming out, a little like an air spring.

Linear or progressive: which should I choose for my bike?

It’s the opposite of what you might expect: a progressive frame pairs well with a linear spring (the progression comes from the frame), while a frame with little progression pairs well with a progressive spring. If your frame’s leverage-ratio curve is highly progressive towards the end of its travel, it’s best to avoid a progressive spring. Your riding style matters too: the more big jumps and landings you tackle, the more useful progression becomes. If in doubt, ask the frame manufacturer for advice.

What does a spring rating like 450-550 x 55 mean, and how do I choose one?

The first number is the spring-rate range of the progressive spring (in lb per inch), and the second is the travel in mm (45, 55 or 65). To choose, multiply the frame’s leverage ratio at the sag point (25 to 35% of travel) by the rider’s weight with gear in lb: for example, 2.93 x 170 lb = approximately 498 lb, suggesting a 500-610 range. If you’re between two ratings, choose the lower one: you can add preload (2 turns recommended, 6 maximum), but you can’t reduce the spring rate. The spring travel must match the shock’s travel.

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Price information

*Supplier recommended retail price in October 2026