DT Swiss's gravel suspension fork is now available in North America

DT Swiss has officially expanded the availability of its F 132 ONE gravel suspension fork into the North American market. Previously exclusive to certain Canyon Grizl models unavailable stateside, the 32mm stanchion, 40mm travel fork will now be offered through partnerships with Obed Bikes and Litespeed, integrated into their gravel bike lineups. This marks a significant push for DT Swiss’s dedicated gravel suspension offering in a key region.

This move signifies DT Swiss’s commitment to the burgeoning gravel suspension segment, aiming to capture a larger share of a market increasingly embracing comfort and capability over purely rigid setups. While Fox and RockShox have long dominated the suspension landscape, DT Swiss's entry, albeit measured, offers an alternative for riders seeking a more refined, perhaps less overtly mountain-bike-derived, solution. The partnership with established brands like Litespeed and the direct-to-consumer Obed provides immediate, high-profile integration.

Ultimately, DT Swiss is betting on the North American gravel rider's willingness to add a few grams for a smoother ride. Whether the F 132 ONE can carve out a meaningful niche against entrenched competitors remains to be seen, but the gauntlet has certainly been thrown.