Specialized EPIC - Adjusting Shock Rebound Damping; Adjusting Brain Shock Compression; Bicycle Setup Data Log

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9.2. STEP 2: ADJUSTING REBOUND
The level of rebound damping can be adjusted by turning the red knob (4). Rebound damping controls the rate
at which the shock returns after it has been compressed, and is adjusted to your weight with 1-2 click micro
adjustments for rider style and terrain.
 Clockwise for slower rebound (slow speed, bigger hits).
 Counter-clockwise for faster rebound (higher speeds, small bumps, more traction).
We recommend adjusting your rebound based on the range provided for your weight, then micro-adjusting the rebound
for riding style and different types of terrain. It’s best not to veer too far from the recommended clicks for your weight,
since being too far out of the accepted range can ruin the ride experience.
RIDER WEIGHT CLICKS
LBS KG
90 - 130 41 - 60 7 - 10
140 - 190 64 - 86 5 - 7
200 - 250 91 - 113 3 - 5
260 - 280 118 - 127 1 - 3
9.3. STEP 3: ADJUSTING COMPRESSION
The Brain shock is designed with an inertia valve to provide a platform that stays firm under pedaling forces and
rider inputs but opens when a bump is encountered. The level of compression damping determines how easily the
platform opens, and can be adjusted by turning the blue Brain Fade adjuster knob (1) counter-clockwise (firmer
maximizes pedaling efficiency) or clockwise (softer maximizes control on descents and variable terrain). Refer to
the compression chart to set the compression damping.
The SID Brain fork compression knob turns in the standard direction (Firm=clockwise). The Rear
Brain shock compression knob turns in the opposite direction.
Backing off from full firm can help with tracking in loose terrain conditions while riding off camber sections or
climbing. The soft setting can also help during lengthy downhill or rugged conditions where the rider may want the
suspension active at all times. Choose the optimal compression setting based on the terrain conditions.
CONDITIONS CLICKS
XC / RACE 0 - 1
SMOOTH HARDPACK 2 - 4
TRAIL RIDING 2 - 4
DOWNHILL / TECHNICAL 4
10. SETUP DATA
DATE
RIDER WEIGHT
FORK PSI
FORK REBOUND (# of clicks from full slow)
FORK COMPRESSION (# of clicks from full firm)
SHOCK PSI
SHOCK REBOUND (# of clicks from full slow)
SHOCK COMPRESSION (# of clicks from full firm)