EXT Vaia

The wait is finally over. EXT is proud to unleash the Vaia, a dual-crown inverted DH fork, distinguished from all others in its class. This groundbreaking product breaks away from familiar suspension design and is packed with innovation and cutting-edge tech for the gravity focused MTB world.

While the Vaia completes EXT’s DH lineup, it's thoughtful design and
adaptability simultaneously lends itself to aggressive enduro bike and e-bike applications as well. With travel options from 170mm to 200mm, and the ability to change between 15mm and 20mm axles, the Vaia is both a powerful and versatile contender in the MTB market.

NOTE: Hub spacing is standard boost 110mm that most modern DH, Trail and Enduro front wheels. 

170/180mm Fork options ship standard with a 15mm Axle

190/200mm Fork options ship standard with a 20mm Axle. 

CORE FEATURES

• Built entirely in 7075 and 7050 T6 alloy and Grade 5 Titanium
• Tapered 38.5 stanchion tubes optimize the strength to weight ratio, offered with our proprietary surface finish
• Direct mount 200mm rotor compatible
• Floating bushing system design with an impressive overlap (240 mm around SAG position) with 200 mm travel, ensuring consistent sensitivity and torsional stiffness for riding precision while braking and cornering
• Adjustable high/low speed compression and rebound cartridge with low friction seals, high dynamic response valves and turbulent flow, assures performance in extreme working conditions
• HS3 air cartridge unit with 2 independent positive air chambers as well as an innovative negative chamber with a tunable volume design for increased sensitivity and adjustability
• Pressure release bleed buttons to release air on both fork legs
• Optimized inner volume design ensures maximum lubrication for sliding bushing system
• Unique double crown design offers 2 offsets, from 44 to 48 mm, enhancing personal adjustment on steering geometry without having to purchase additional crowns
• Available with interchangeable 20 mm and 15 mm Grade 5 Titanium wheel axles for both maximum stiffness and rigidity
• Dedicated stanchion protection with available bolt on fender
• Weight: 3195 gr (in 200 mm travel with 20 mm wheel axle, cut steerer tube, oil included)
• Fenders sold separately. Coming Soon!

Please note these pressures are a recommended starting point based on standard volume spacer configuration. Lower or higher pressure configurations will be required for different volume spacer amounts. 

WHY “VAIA” ?

Vaia is the name given to an extreme weather event that struck our mountains of Northeastern Italy in 2018. It caused the fall of millions of trees, devastating tens of thousands of hectares of Alpine conifer forests. In remembrance of that tragic event, we have dedicated this name to the fork to keep attention focused on the importance of preserving our woodlands, as well as forests around the world.

THIRD PARTY OPTIONAL MUD GUARD 

Vision Velo’s custom-fit mudguard is designed specifically for the EXT Vaia. Lightweight and durable, it adds clean protection to keep both rider and fork performing in all conditions.