Lauf is a bike suspension company that specializes in building lightweight and progressive leaf spring suspension systems for mountain bikes and gravel bikes.
Founded in 2010 in Iceland by Benedikt Skulason.
Lauf initially began by developing suspension forks for fat bikes.
Lauf revolutionized the mountain bike industry in 2014 with the launch of the Lauf Trail Racer, the world's first leaf spring suspension fork.
In 2016, Lauf released the Lauf True Grit, a revolutionary gravel bike with a lightweight shock-absorbing frame.
Lauf continues to innovate and push the boundaries for bike suspension systems.
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The Lauf Trail Racer is the world's first leaf spring suspension fork. It is designed for cross-country and all-mountain riding with a weight of only 990g.
The Lauf True Grit is a lightweight gravel bike with a shock-absorbing frame. It is designed for long-distance rides and multi-day bikepacking adventures.
The Lauf Carbonara is a fat bike suspension fork that features the same leaf spring technology as the Lauf Trail Racer. It is designed for snow and sand riding with a weight of only 1100g.
Lauf's leaf spring technology is different from traditional suspension systems because it is lightweight and does not require any maintenance. It also provides a progressive feel that adapts to the terrain.
Yes, Lauf suspension systems are reliable and have been extensively tested in the field. They have also been used in professional races with great success.
No, Lauf suspension forks are designed to fit standard frames with tapered steerer tubes. They also have a maximum tire clearance of 29x2.25 inches.
Lauf suspension systems are designed for cross-country and all-mountain riding. While they can handle some aggressive riding, they may not be suitable for extreme downhill riding.
The weight limit for Lauf suspension systems is 265lbs for the Lauf Trail Racer and 243lbs for the Lauf True Grit.