Fox36 Performance Elite GRIP X
No EUR/GBP RRP published (FOX's EU store now redirects to the US site). US RRP $1,199 (ridefox.com, excl. sales tax).
- Travel
- 160 mm
- Wheel size
- 29"
- Stanchions
- 36 mm
- Damper
- GRIP X
- Spring
- FLOAT EVOL GlideCore
- E-bike rated
- No
Overview
The FOX 36 Performance Elite GRIP X is a 36 fork with 160 mm of travel for 29" wheels, using the GRIP X damper. US RRP $1,199.
The FOX 36 is FOX's Trail and All-Mountain single-crown fork. FOX describes the latest evolution as bringing "big fork energy" to the category, with greater steering stiffness and precision plus smoother travel that give it an Enduro feel without the extra weight.
Current 36 Factory and Performance Elite models use the FLOAT EVOL GlideCore air spring, Kabolt-X 110 axle, air channels and bleeders, and are offered with the Trail-focused GRIP X damper (updated to approach the ride feel of GRIP X2) or the gravity-ready GRIP X2. FOX also offers e-Optimized chassis versions for e-MTBs.
- 160 mm travel
- GRIP X damper shared with Factory
- FLOAT EVOL GlideCore air spring
- Black anodised stanchions instead of Kashima
- Air channels and bleeders
Gallery
Full specifications
General
- Part numbers
- 910-21-429
- Series
- Performance
Chassis
- Chassis
- Standard
- Steerer
- 1.5 Tapered
- Upper tube finish
- Black Anodized
- Bleeders
- Yes
- Floating axle
- No
- Travel
- 160mm
- Wheel size
- 29in
Damper
- Damper
- GRIP X
Spring
- Air channels
- Yes
- Air spring
- FLOAT EVOL GlideCore
Compatibility
- Mudguard mount
- Optional FOX 36/38 Mud Guard with sturdy 4-point direct-mount attachment
Manufacturer specification — Fox. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
Fox 36 versions compared
| 36 Factory eMTB GRIP X | 36 Factory eMTB GRIP X2 | 36 Factory GRIP X | 36 Factory GRIP X2 | 36 Performance Elite GRIP X | 36 Performance GRIP | 36 SL Factory GRIP X | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Travel | 160 mm | 160 mm | 150 / 160 mm | 150 / 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 130 / 140 mm |
| Wheel size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | — |
| Stanchions | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Damper | GRIP X | GRIP X2 | GRIP X | GRIP X2 | GRIP X | GRIP | GRIP X |
| Spring | FLOAT EVOL GlideCore | FLOAT EVOL GlideCore | FLOAT EVOL GlideCore | FLOAT EVOL GlideCore | FLOAT EVOL GlideCore | FLOAT EVOL | FLOAT EVOL GlideCore |
| E-bike rated | Yes (e-Optimized chassis) | Yes (e-Optimized chassis) | No | No | No | No | No |
| Weight | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Fox 36 Performance Elite GRIP X: FAQ
Is the Fox 36 Performance Elite GRIP X suitable for e-bikes?
Fox does not specifically rate it for e-bikes. Check the manufacturer’s approval and your bike maker’s recommendations before fitting it to an eMTB.
What are the key specs of the Fox 36 Performance Elite GRIP X?
Travel: 160 mm; Wheel size: 29"; Stanchions: 36 mm; Damper: GRIP X; Spring: FLOAT EVOL GlideCore; E-bike rated: No.
What other versions of the Fox 36 are there?
36 Factory eMTB GRIP X, 36 Factory eMTB GRIP X2, 36 Factory GRIP X, 36 Factory GRIP X2, 36 Performance GRIP, 36 SL Factory GRIP X.
