La Courbe d’Amortissement : C’est elle qui fait la différence sur ton VTT !

Let's talk about the damping curve and the suspension ratio! 🔧 Understanding mountain bike damping curves: linear, progressive, degressive... we explain them simply! In this new episode of Simon's Blabla, we conclude our series dedicated to the functioning of full-suspension mountain bikes with an essential topic: damping curves. ❓ What is a suspension ratio? What is a progressive curve used for? Why do some bikes "bottom out" or feel "hard" on impact? We explain simply the differences between linear, progressive, and degressive damping curves, and their impact on the terrain, depending on your riding style (XC, trail, enduro, DH, e-bike). ✅ A clear guide to better understand your suspension, choose your bike, or adjust your shock according to your weight, riding style, or terrain. ☕ And as always, thanks to our partner Terres de Café for their support on our sofas: https://l00p.eu/wr4wLNNq 🔗 Useful articles & tools: The curves of many models by Linkage Design: https://l00p.eu/Mmeg8C4C Fullattack article: reading a damping curve: https://l00p.eu/T3veSvHS 🔔 💬 Subscribe and join us here: Instagram:   / cafemanivelles   Facebook:   / cafemanivelles   TikTok:   / cafemanivelles   Strava Simon:   / strava   Strava Anthony:   / strava   ✨ Great deals for you! ✨ Because we love to pamper you, here are some special offers with our partners and some killer promo codes: Sendhit handguards: Use the code cafemanivelles24 for 10% off all Nock complete sets (3 black variants and 5 other colors). Limited to one use per customer, but no minimum quantity. Here: https://l00p.eu/zKFJ8v8H Monkey product: Use the code Cafemanivelles for 30% off. It's crazy! Here: https://l00p.eu/9yDAex0D Probikeshop: Buy all your other cycling gear at Probikeshop. 3% of your purchases go to support our content production. Here: https://www.probikeshop.fr/?ref=CAFEM... Our Flextail electronic pressure pump: Tiny BIKE PUMP version (gray but in bar) Tiny BIKE PUMP ACS (Black with LED, note: only in PSI): https://www.flextail.com/products/tin... Use code CM15 for a 15% discount. The links provided are affiliate links. This means we receive a small commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no additional cost to you. Plus, it's a great way to grow the channel. Thank you for your support! See you soon for new adventures on two wheels! 🚵‍♂️🌍 🎬 Production: Mountain Imagery 🎬 Simon & Anthony Chapterization 00:00 Intro 02:02 What is a damping curve? 09:56 Decreasing suspension ratio 11:22 Progressive suspension ratio 12:11 Understanding the suspension ratio figures 17:01 Reading and interpreting the curve shape 21:47 Choosing your curve according to your level, riding style, and terrain 28:38 Positioning the instantaneous center of rotation (virtual pivot point) 31:02 Pitfalls to avoid 31:57 Conclusion