{"id":1898810,"date":"2026-04-23T13:54:21","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T10:54:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1898810"},"modified":"2026-04-23T13:54:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T10:54:21","slug":"these-are-all-the-32-inch-forks-wheels-and-tires-that-are-probably-coming-to-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1898810","title":{"rendered":"These are all the 32-inch forks, wheels, and tires that are (probably) coming to market"},"content":{"rendered":"
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They say you can\u2019t stop the rain, and it seems the same can be said for 32er mountain bikes. Just one year ago, builders had few 32\u2033 choices for tires, wheels, and forks. Today, brands are scrambling to design, test, and ultimately sell the components 32er bike buyers will need. This is a mostly complete roundup of the forks and wheels that are currently available or likely coming soon.<\/p>\n

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The Intend Samurai XC 32\u2033 fork on a mixed wheel Revel prototype.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Forks to fit 32\u2033 wheels<\/h2>\n

Early 32\u2033 wheel adopters have found that inverted suspension forks from brands including Intend<\/a> and Wren<\/a> are a fit. Other brands have developed rigid carbon forks to fit the big-diameter wheels, and a couple of companies are teasing traditional suspension forks for 32ers.<\/p>\n

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ENVE rigid carbon 32\u2033 fork<\/h3>\n

This Enve rigid carbon fork was spotted on this lugged carbon Faction gravel bike prototype. This appears to be based on Enve\u2019s gravel fork rather than their mountain fork.<\/p>\n

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Fox 34 RAD 32er fork <\/h3>\n

The Fox 34 fork on display at Sea Otter comes from the brand\u2019s Racing Applications Development (RAD) program. Though Fox has yet to commit to producing a 32er fork, it appears they are deep into the development. Based on our measurements, the version under development likely provides 120mm of suspension travel.<\/p>\n

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A bicycle fork displayed at a trade show, labeled with a sign that reads \"BIGGER IS BETTER! E36 Fork for 32-inch wheel.\" The fork is attached to a wheel with a textured tire, sitting on a green surface inside a tent. Various other bike components are visible in the background.<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

KS x ExaForm E36 inverted fork<\/h3>\n

The ExaForm E36 inverted fork was on display in the KS booth with a sign saying it is \u201ccoming soon.\u201d ExaForm already has a traditional, non-inverted 29er fork called the F36 that delivers 170mm of travel. The E36 doesn\u2019t appear to offer nearly that much travel.<\/p>\n

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Ritchey rigid carbon 32\u2033 fork<\/h3>\n

Ritchey is a brand known for its innovation and willingness to experiment with emerging standards, so it\u2019s no surprise to see the brand may be rolling out a rigid fork for 32-inch wheels.<\/p>\n

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Salsa rigid carbon 32\u2033 fork<\/h2>\n

Along with the launch of the Fargo 32<\/a>, Salsa is rolling out their own rigid carbon 32\u2033 fork as well.<\/p>\n

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A close-up view of a blue mountain bike with a prominent \"Quarry\" label on the frame. The image showcases the front fork, wheel, and disc brake, set against a background of a vendor tent and various biking equipment on display.<\/a><\/figure>\n

SR Suntour Raidon 32<\/h3>\n

Besides the Fox 34 above, the SR Suntour Raidon is the only traditional suspension fork we know of (so far) that\u2019s designed to fit 32-inch wheels. Bike Rumor reports<\/a> the fork is already in production and will be priced at just $350.<\/p>\n

SRAM \/ RockShox has not officially announced a fork that\u2019s designed for 32\u2033 wheels.<\/p>\n

32-inch wheels<\/h2>\n

32-inch wheels are what make a 32er a 32er. Thus far, frame builders have had a few different rims to choose from, including aluminum rims from Astral and DirtySixer, and carbon hoops from Bike Ahead and Zinn. At Sea Otter last week, we came across nearly a dozen 32\u2033 wheels we hadn\u2019t seen before, including some that may or may not be public yet.<\/p>\n

Though 32\u2033 aluminum rim production generally requires less up-front investment in tooling than carbon rim production, we\u2019re hearing that brands are also facing the cost of upgraded testing equipment. Some of the existing wheel testing equipment simply isn\u2019t tall enough to fit a 32\u2033 rim!<\/p>\n

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Close-up of a mountain bike tire displaying the brand name \"Aspen AT\" along with details including size \"32X2.40\" and \"120 TPI.\" The tire is branded with \"maxx speed,\" and the background features a blurred natural landscape.<\/a><\/figure>\n
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Astral Jester<\/h3>\n

The Astral Jester 32-inch wheelset appears to be a popular choice among builders, with Astral testing the new rim since at least late last year. Jester rims<\/a> are made from 6069 aluminum alloy and feature a 30mm internal rim width and 32 spoke holes.<\/p>\n

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Berd Hawk Gold 32\u2033 wheels<\/h3>\n

Berd says the 29\u2033 version of their Hawk Gold wheels is the lightest 30mm internal width wheel on the market, and there\u2019s a good chance\u00a0the 32\u2033 version<\/a>\u00a0is the lightest in <\/span>its class, too. The Hawk Gold 32\u2033 rims come tubeless-ready, feature 28 holes with a 30mm internal rim width, and a set is said to weigh 1196g excluding rim tape and valves.<\/p>\n

Close-up of a mountain bike tire labeled \"Peyote XC Race,\" featuring a tread design for optimal traction. The tire is mounted on a vibrant red rim, displaying the brand name \"Manuga FF\" and additional markings. The tire size is indicated as 29 x 2.4.<\/a><\/figure>\n

Boyd Kanuga FF<\/h3>\n

Boyd doesn\u2019t list a 32\u2033 version of the Kanuga FF alloy enduro wheelset on their website, but we spied these at the Vittoria booth last week. The red rim hasn\u2019t even been drilled for spokes yet, but it\u2019s definitely a Boyd.<\/p>\n

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A close-up view of a mountain bike showcasing its rear wheel and drivetrain components. The scene is set at an outdoor cycling event, with various banners and tents visible in the background. A promotional display for lightweight bicycle wheels is also featured, displaying the model name \"Anax32\" along with specifications.<\/a><\/figure>\n

Light Bicycle Anax32<\/h3>\n

These carbon-rimmed wheels were announced back in February, and Light Bicycle had them on display at Sea Otter last week. The Anax32 rims are 30mm wide internally and are drilled for 32 spokes.<\/p>\n

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Mavic Crossmax 32<\/h3>\n

While this 32-inch version of the popular Mavic Crossmax may appear ride-ready, Mavic told us that very little of the final wheel design can be inferred from the prototype shown here. The rim profile, width, depth, spoke count, and hub spacing could all<\/em> change.<\/p>\n

Rather, this prototype has been developed to help Mavic build the 32\u2033 testing equipment needed for wheel design and production, as 32ers won\u2019t fit in their current equipment.<\/p>\n

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A bicycle fork displayed at a trade show, labeled with a sign that reads \"BIGGER IS BETTER! E36 Fork for 32-inch wheel.\" The fork is attached to a wheel with a textured tire, sitting on a green surface inside a tent. Various other bike components are visible in the background.<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Novatec 32\u2033 wheelset<\/h3>\n

We don\u2019t know much about this Novatec wheelset that was on display at Sea Otter, other than that it exists! Novatec USA ceased operations last year<\/a>, so if\/when this wheelset is released, it may not be available in the US.<\/p>\n

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A close-up view of a bicycle wheel featuring a distinctive tire with the brand name \"Aspen\" visible. The wheel is attached to a sleek silver bike frame, with a red brake component visible. In the background, a black banner with an orange graphic can be seen, suggesting a bike or outdoor brand. The image captures the details of bicycle components, showcasing craftsmanship and design.<\/a><\/figure>\n

Race Face (and Easton) 32\u2033 wheels<\/h3>\n

Race Face and parent company Fox are clearly working on components for 32er bikes, but at this stage they\u2019re still fairly tight lipped. We spotted these Race Face mountain bike rims at Sea Otter plus Easton gravel rims too.<\/p>\n

Close-up of a mountain bike tire and wheel rim, showcasing the tread pattern and markings. The rim is labeled \"A32,\" and the tire features the name \"SIXAX.\" The background is a soft, blurred wooden surface.<\/a><\/figure>\n

Reynolds A32 rims<\/h3>\n

We spotted these Reynolds wheels on Ari\u2019s full-suspension 32er prototype. The A-designation tells us the rims are aluminum, though it\u2019s unclear how this fits with the brand\u2019s new line of aluminum trail wheels, which includes A327 and A329 models.<\/p>\n

Close-up of a bicycle tire featuring the inscription \"CANNONBALL 32 x 2.2\" and \"29w CIRCOS WIDE TR\" on the sidewall. The tire has a textured tread pattern and a tan sidewall, set against a blurred outdoor background with people and vendor tents at a cycling event.<\/a><\/figure>\n

Teravail Circos<\/h3>\n

The carbon 32\u2033 Teravail Circos wheels are specced on the new Salsa Fargo 32 gravel bike and feature a 29mm internal rim width. The Circos will be offered in 28- and 32-hole versions. Teravail also introduced a mountain bike tire this month, the Camrock, which suggests they could be working on a 32\u2033 mountain bike rim next. Circos wheels will be available starting this summer.<\/p>\n

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Close-up of a bike wheel rim showing a black surface with a silver label marked \"i30\" and \"32\". The rim features a wood-like finish on the inner side, with visible spokes extending towards the hub. The background is blurred, emphasizing the details of the wheel.<\/a><\/figure>\n

WTB i30 32\u2033<\/h3>\n

The WTB i30 32\u2033 wheelset was spotted on the Bitchn\u2019 Bandito, a gravel slash drop-bar mountain bike running 2.4\u2033 tires. Assuming the i30 32\u2033 is like existing WTB i30 wheelsets, the rims will be 6069 aluminum alloy with a 30mm internal rim width. WTB markets their own line of tires as well, so we won\u2019t be surprised to see 32\u2033 tires from the brand at some point in the future.<\/p>\n

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Close-up of a bicycle wheel rim featuring a valve stem and a label displaying \"HUSH,\" with a black rim and yellow \"SIX\" branding visible on the tire. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing the details of the wheel.<\/a><\/figure>\n
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We Are One \/ Industry Nine carbon wheels?<\/h3>\n

These carbon wheels were spotted on a prototype Revel titanium hardtail. The hubs and spokes are definitely Industry Nine, while the black-on-black label appears to show a We Are One logo. No additional details are available.<\/p>\n

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32\u2033 tires<\/h2>\n

Check out our (mostly) comprehensive list of 32-inch bike tires<\/a> spotted at Sea Otter 2026. By our count, at least 14 tire models for 32er bikes exist as of press time. <\/p>\n

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Other components<\/h2>\n

As brands and builders experiment with 32-inch bikes, they\u2019re working to solve fit challenges along the way. This Race Face stem wasn\u2019t the only negative rise stem we saw at Sea Otter, but it\u2019s certainly one of the most striking. A negative rise stem can help compensate for a bike\u2019s higher front end.<\/p>\n

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Is there a 32\u2033 fork or wheelset we missed? Let us know in the comments!<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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