Following GX

The Following is offered in four complete builds, all of which prioritize high-end suspension and wheelsets over entry-level price points. Every model features RockShox Ultimate-tier suspension, pairing a 120mm or 130mm Pike or SID fork with a Deluxe or SIDLuxe rear shock. Wheelsets are similarly premium across the board, utilizing Industry Nine hubs and rims, ranging from the Enduro S Hydra2 on the standard builds to Solix XC Carbon wheels on the top tier.

The lineup begins with the GX build, which utilizes a mechanical SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain and SRAM Code RSC brakes. The X0 build moves to SRAM’s wireless AXS Transmission for shifting under load, retaining the Code RSC brakes for consistent stopping power. The Eagle 90 build offers a slightly different flavor with a lighter SID fork and SRAM's XS-1275 Transmission. At the top of the range, the XX SL Flight Attendant build introduces automated suspension adjustment, a SRAM XX SL Transmission with an integrated power meter, and lighter SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth four-piston brakes, shifting the bike's character toward maximum pedaling efficiency.

Reviewers consistently highlight the Following’s exceptional cornering and highly active suspension. The DELTA linkage is frequently praised for its dual-progressive nature, offering a supple initial stroke that transitions into a supportive mid-stroke and a predictable "bottomless ramp" (Singletracks) on larger impacts. This suspension kinematic, paired with a remarkably stiff carbon frame, creates a ride that isolates trail chatter effectively, with one tester describing the ability to smooth out rough terrain as a "magic carpet ride" (YouTube).

When pointed downhill, the bike rewards an active riding style. The stout chassis and short rear end allow riders to aggressively square off turns and easily "skid that around" (YouTube) in tight switchbacks. While the suspension provides excellent traction for technical climbing, testers note that the frame's robust construction makes it heavier than dedicated cross-country alternatives, meaning it accelerates with steady momentum rather than explosive speed.

At high speeds, the bike remains composed through rough sections, though opinions diverge slightly on absolute straight-line stability. Most reviewers found the handling precise and predictable, noting the frame's "laser-like accuracy" (Mountain Bike Rider) when threading tight lines. However, a few noted that the relatively steep head angle can feel slightly quick when pushing the bike to its absolute limits on fast, open descents.