EXT Founder Franco Fratton on a Lifetime in Suspension

There are a lot of smart people working in bike suspension, but EXT founder Franco Fratton might have the most impressive resume — which includes working for the Ferrari and Lotus Formula One teams. And so we sat down with Franco to chat about his career and life story; his suspension design philosophy; how he went from focusing on motorsports to making some of the best bike suspension out there; and a whole lot more.TOPICS & TIMES:Franco’s background in suspension and EXT history (2:34)Getting started in bike suspension (15:31)Upcoming EXT air shock (24:51)Twin tube vs. mono tube dampers (34:08)Coil vs. air springs (48:12)Novel ideas & gaining acceptance (55:08)Franco’s Big Idea (57:56)RELATED LINKS:Introducing: Blister LabsGetting Here: Gunnison & Crested ButteThis Week’s Gear GiveawayGear Giveaway / Newsletter SignupBecome a Blister Member / Get our new Buyer’s GuideBlister Mountain Bike Buyer’s GuideEXT Era ReviewEXT Storia Review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.