Interbike 2014: Lauf goes 27.5

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Leaf-sprung fork, now for smaller wheels…

If your colors were like my dreams...
If your colors were like my dreams…

One of the more interesting designs of the last couple of years, Lauf’s Trail Racer is a leaf-sprung, 60mm suspension fork.  Reviewed here, we found it to be light and reliable- a good half-step for those considering a rigid fork.

We said that.
We said that.

For 2015, the company has released a 27.5 version.  At under 980g, the TR275 is still remarkably light and now comes with Lauf’s own 15mm thru axle.  Shorter riders rejoice!

Springy springy,  springy Laufs of carbon
Springy springy,
springy Laufs of carbon

More on Lauf’s Trail Racer concept here.

laufforks.com


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