PUSH Industries

ELEVENSIX Coil Shock - 2021 - Current Santa Cruz Nomad V5

When we're shopping for the best possible shock to upgrade our Santa Cruz Nomad, we don't immediately think of the big brands—we think of Push Industries. Their ELEVENSIX coil shock offers outstanding performance, especially for those of us that prefer the improved small-bump compliance and downhill consistency that only a coil can provide.

The ELEVENSIX sets itself apart from other coil shocks with its unique technical features that improve traction and bottom-out resistance. The 4-port damping piston provides smoother oil flow and a faster damper response for maximum comfort and control. We're stoked on the speed-sensitive hydraulic bottoming control that eliminates harsh bottom-outs, helping us to ride harder and go bigger thanks to a smooth and supportive end stroke. Motosport-grade spherical bearings in the eyelets serve to decrease friction and in our minds are a huge selling point for this shock. Lastly, we love the dual overhead compression valves that let us switch between two distinct riding modes at the flick of a lever. One setting can be tuned for supple downhill goodness, while the other setting can be tuned with a firmer feel for pedaling and pumping on flow trails.