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Overview

It's right for you if...

You spend your days putting in laps on the mountain, and even racing from time to time. You live for blazing fast descents, and want a solid, high-traction DH bike frameset you can spec with your choice of parts to create the DH bike of your dreams.

The tech you get

A burly alloy frame, 200mm rear travel with a FOX DHX shock. FSA Orbit headset includes adjustable fixed-angle cups. Can be run with 29"wheels, 27.5" wheels, or even mullet style with 29er in front and 27.5" in back.

The final word

A great foundation for your dream DH build. The new high-pivot suspension design delivers more traction, more speed, and virtually no pedal kickback.

favorite_borderWhy you'll love it

  1. New suspension layout with a high pivot and idler pulley increases traction, carries more speed, and reduces pedal kickback for more stability
  2. Virtually zero pedal kickback means you’ll stay confidently planted and in control during descents—especially when landing jumps or drops
  3. The high pivot design delivers a more efficient rearward axle path so you’ll carry more speed and your wheel won’t get hung up on obstacles
  4. Adjust your suspension progression by flipping the lower shock mount chip—20% for plush park rides, 25% for racing efficiency
  5. Our new DH sizing system is based on reach, not rider height, which is the most important factor in a great downhill bike fit
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A damn fast bike

Session allows you to hit sections at ridiculous speeds and commitment levels. It's been nothing but grin-inducing to get to know the Session so far.

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"Fastest World Cup DH Bike of 2021"

"With 13 wins across World Cup races and the World Champs, Session is leagues ahead of the other bikes that took home victories this season."

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For riders who charge full speed

A fast, versatile, confidence inspiring downhill bike that will let you push harder and ride faster than you thought you could.

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More options

NEW 2023

Session 9 X01

$7,199.99 

NEW 2023

Session 8 29 GX

$5,499.99 

2023

Session C 27.5 Frameset

$4,399.99 

2022

Session AL Frameset

$3,019.99 

Vali Höll wins World Championship in Les Gets!

Höll takes home the ultimate prize in mountain biking aboard her Session.

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Looks like an unboxing

Follow along as Kaz from Mahalo My Dude builds up a brand new Session.

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Casey Brown’s new Session is fully tatted up

Get lost in the details of Casey's custom Red Bull Formation bike.

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How Charlie Harrison rides his Session

Trek Factory Racing's Charlie Harrison has been snagging podiums on his new Session. Check out his set up.

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Features

All speed, no hang-ups

Session’s high-pivot design results in a rearward axle path that lets the back wheel move with the rearward force from bumps, not against it. On the trail, it feels like smoother suspension that maintains more forward momentum and provides more grip.

Rock the mullet

Session comes stocked for speed with 29er wheels, but party-in-the-back riders can run a mixed set up with a 27.5˝ rear wheel, or even 27.5" front and rear for more agility.

Tune for your trail

With Mino Link adjustments on both geometry and suspension, you can easily tune your Session to a progressive feel for racing days or dial it back for park days.

Reach-based sizing

When it comes to DH bikes, your reach affects your fit and ride quality far more than seat tube length. We’ve based Session’s sizing on reach to ensure you can find the set up that’s right for you.

Active Braking Pivot

Active Braking Pivot allows our engineers to tune how the suspension reacts to acceleration and braking forces independently. That means you get more confident control when you need it most.

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Size-specific chainstay length

The chainstay length, or rear center, grows as the frame reach grows so you get balanced weight distribution no matter your frame’s size. High-speed control and big mountain fun for everyone.

Suspension Calculator

This suspension calculator will help you optimize your suspension settings for your riding weight. Simply follow the steps to find your best set up.

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Route it your way

Run your cables in whatever custom variation you prefer, externally for easy replacement or internally to prevent snags and hang-ups.

Hitch without worry

Full-coverage armor helps prevent down tube damage from trail debris and makes for worry-free shuttling on tailgates and chair lifts.

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