German bike manufacturer, Corratec, gave us an inside look at their brand new prototype suspension system, 10HZ. Their groundbreaking innovation: Corratec uses an elastomer in the rear shock to reduce vibrations and smooth out small bumps.

Corratec’s new 27.5″ trail bike featuring 10HZ suspension technology
Corratec’s new 27.5″ trail bike featuring 10HZ suspension technology
The bike’s defining feature is the shock’s flexible connection to the VPP frame, which can absorb lateral forces and....
The bike’s defining feature is the shock’s flexible connection to the VPP frame, which can absorb lateral forces and…
... Incorporates an elastomer capable of swallowing small bumps even before the shock is activated.
… Incorporates an elastomer capable of swallowing small bumps even before the shock is activated.
The shock mount on the top tube.
The shock mount on the top tube.
 Corratec’s VPP suspension.
Corratec’s VPP suspension.
Only test rides will prove if this new technology is makes a noticeable difference and which advantages it offers.
Only test rides will prove if this new technology is makes a noticeable difference and which advantages it offers.

Words & Photos: Robin Schmitt


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