Yes

Off the top of my head I'm not sure what the weight difference is, but with the AF link it's extremely small. It's a really small link so the there's not much weight to lose or gain. The frame warranty question is one we can't really provide an answer to. The only thing I'll say is that it is not legal in the US for an aftermarket part to void a warranty. A warranty can disclaim damage due to an aftermarket part, but it is not allowed for a warranty to be voided for the presence of one. We don't get into the technicality of climbing performance too often. Mostly because we don't want people to expect changes that they won't notice. Anything that increases mid-stroke support helps with pedaling, so a number of our links technically improve pedaling as well. In reality that is not especially noticeable.

@@CascadeComponents Thank you, Ibis seem pretty good with support, I'm just not sure how they'd feel about a custom link that changes the kinematics.

The V2 Hightower doesn't have enough room in the shock tunnel for 90% of coils. With a 500 lb spring or softer, you can install that shock, but it is very tight.

@cascadecomponents I want to use it on a spire. Just want to clarify it fits on shocks that don’t already have HSR adjust like the DHX2 performance elite.

@@GrifftheDude Ahhh I just assumed it was the Hightower for some reason. With the Spire you can use any spring rate. It works both with and without the adjuster.

​@@CascadeComponents i'm considering this for the spire, also. are there any notable geo or progression changes that happen with it?

@@mitchardnixonful It more accurately corrects the geo for the smaller rear wheel. As far as progression and travel to, it's very similar to what it would be without it. Technically there's a little more ramp and a little more travel, but not enough that I would expect anyone to notice.

Are you referring to the male or female threads? Male threads can't be fixed with a helicoil, so you'd need to get a new one in that case. If it's the female threads, helicoil is the best bet.

@@CascadeComponents They are what are external. The one with the button head. M10x1.10 12mm. There is no Kona support in my country. It is possible to have them made on a lathe machine and if it is aluminum or titanium ?

@@mikezima6786 Has contactado Oasis Bike? Creo que distribuyen Kona.

None of us are personally, but I know it works.

Chain length does not have to be changed.

email [email protected]. He's got one laying around somewhere.

Ich denke auch, dass Hersteller wie Santa Cruz es am besten wissen was gut ist und was nicht, sonst hätten sie es gleich so gemacht.

Yeah that's just a standard Fox spring.

Works on both!

@@CascadeComponents thanks,you're all great !!! Greatings from Spain 🤟

Filmed during COVID.

Because the Cascade Links are contagious......

The correlation between scallop height and machine time is direct. Links are priced based on machine time so not really possible without increasing price. These aren't made overseas.

It is compatible with the 2023, however you'll want to double check that it has the three piece link. In 2023 Orbea switched to a two piece link where the pivot axle is bonded into one half of the link. While the three piece link is shown in the use manual for 2023 and 2024 alloy frames, it's also listed as obsolete.

@@CascadeComponents If the axel is available from Orbea could it be purchased separately to use your link on a 2023 carbon? I need this link for my 2023 M10! Sounds like it will make the bike perfect!

Unfortunately it did

@@CascadeComponents haha

I had exactly the same issue... I then loosened the 2 pinch bolts and the preload bolt, then it was easily possible to connect the yoke with the 2 link parts. After that I tightened the other bolts again and everything seems to be ok now. Not suremwhyjthis is the case, may some tolerance issues on the frame

The either using a bearing puller or sticking a punch through from one side and tapping on the ID of the bearing on the other side. The spacer isn't tightly constrained radially when the pivot axle is not installed.

Hi. Why did we need this preload spacer? The bearings sits at its stop point also without the spacer!? Did the preload bolt have so much strength?

No. Just worried about giving the bike covid.

Small side always towards the bearings if I remember right. You only want the spacer to contact the inner bearing race.

Parts cost money...

@@CascadeComponentsexplain why then people had to use a Dremel and a grinder on these due to clearance issues with chain stay eh ? You offers no service to these people?

@@1spiders1 The people who have issues with it have been offered an exchange.

A post from CC in a Rise owners FB group indicates it will fit 2023 Alloy frames (not carbon at this time)

To install the bearing spacer that comes with the preload kit.

@@CascadeComponents what is the bearing spacer, what does it look like? Is it possible that it's missing my preload kit? Is there a official installation guide for the orbea rise?

@@Philipp0204 It looks like a black anodized aluminum tube. Approximately 26mm long.

Hi just received my link but without any preload Kit. Is it a separate purchase item?

@@TheDonMakkYes the preload kit is a separate item that must be purchased as well.

The long shock kit is more about decreasing the average leverage ratio significantly. This is most beneficial to heavier riders who are up against max pressure with the stock link, however it does make it easier to tune damping as well.

It IS! Only "when" is the question.

Yep, would also LOVE the link in kashima color ;-)

Whats The wrp yoke ? Do you have a link 😊

It's just making its way out to people right now so impressions should start popping up soon. All I'll say is the link dramatically improves how the bike descends. As for the creaking, the key to that is the preload kit. Bolting across from one link to the other prevents the small amount of movement that can cause creaking and the links moving on the pivot spline.

I just installed mine and feel the rear end is much improved, alot less lateral flex than the original links. I'm also expecting the preload keeps the bike quiet, but still imagine that pivot will need regular servicing as crap gets in the bearings.

It doesn't hurt them. It's not like they are getting hammered out or something.

@@CascadeComponents That is what everyone says, right before they gouge the aluminum 😂 We have all seen what some can do with a screwdriver and a crown race 😳

@@SubversionGarage You'd be pretty hard pressed to gouge these things pushing them out with the flat end of a large allen wrench by hand.

I used a plastic pick and it was a little bit tricky on a few spacers but it worked.

They come out a hell of a lot easier than a press fit crown race. The real question is why is this guy wearing a mask to make this video? 🐑

Yeah they work together just fine!

​@@CascadeComponentsSweet! I'm watching this video again because tomorrow I'm installing the Cascade. I'm really looking forward to riding my Evo with this link and the WRP together 🎉

​@@CascadeComponentsbut can i run a Stumpjumper EVO Pro which already is mullet from Stock, with the Cascade link ?