Regular price$2,500.00
- Free shipping on most orders $69+
The wait is finally over. EXT is proud to unleash the Vaia, a dual-crown inverted DH fork, distinguished from all others in its class. This groundbreaking product breaks away from familiar suspension design and is packed with innovation and cutting-edge tech for the gravity focused MTB world.
While the Vaia completes EXT’s DH lineup, it's thoughtful design and
adaptability simultaneously lends itself to aggressive enduro bike and e-bike applications as well. With travel options from 170mm to 200mm, and the ability to change between 15mm and 20mm axles, the Vaia is both a powerful and versatile contender in the MTB market.
***Mud Guard optional, see below.
170/180mm Fork options ship standard with a 15mm x 110mm Axle
190/200mm Fork options ship standard with a 20mm x 110mm Axle
CORE FEATURES
- Built entirely in 7075 and 7050 T6 alloy and Grade 5 Titanium
- Tapered 38.5 stanchion tubes optimize the strength to weight ratio, offered with our proprietary surface finish
- Direct mount 200mm rotor compatible
- Floating bushing system design with an impressive overlap (240 mm around SAG position) with 200 mm travel, ensuring consistent sensitivity and torsional stiffness for riding precision while braking and cornering
- Adjustable high/low speed compression and rebound cartridge with low friction seals, high dynamic response valves and turbulent flow, assures performance in extreme working conditions
- HS3 air cartridge unit with 2 independent positive air chambers as well as an innovative negative chamber with a tunable volume design for increased sensitivity and adjustability
- Pressure release bleed buttons to release air on both fork legs
- Optimized inner volume design ensures maximum lubrication for sliding bushing system
- Unique double crown design offers 2 offsets, from 44 to 48 mm, enhancing personal adjustment on steering geometry without having to purchase additional crowns
- Available with interchangeable 20 mm and 15 mm Grade 5 Titanium wheel axles for both maximum stiffness and rigidity
- Dedicated stanchion protection with available bolt on fender
- Weight: 3195 gr (in 200 mm travel with 20 mm wheel axle, cut steerer tube, oil included)
- Fenders sold separately. Coming Soon!
| Tuning Chart | |||
| Std. | Progressive | ||
| Weight | (+) | (++) | (++) |
| 100 | 84 | 101 | 109 |
| 110 | 92 | 110 | 119 |
| 120 | 100 | 120 | 130 |
| 130 | 108 | 129 | 140 |
| 140 | 115 | 139 | 150 |
| 150 | 123 | 148 | 160 |
| 160 | 131 | 157 | 171 |
| 170 | 139 | 167 | 181 |
| 180 | 147 | 176 | 191 |
| 190 | 155 | 186 | 201 |
| 200 | 163 | 195 | 212 |
| 210 | 171 | 205 | 222 |
| 220 | 179 | 214 | 232 |
| 230 | 186 | 224 | 242 |
| 240 | 194 | 233 | 250 |
| 250 | 200 | 243 | 250 |
Please note these pressures are a recommended starting point based on standard volume spacer configuration. Lower or higher pressure configurations will be required for different volume spacer amounts.
WHY “VAIA” ?
Vaia is the name given to an extreme weather event that struck our mountains of Northeastern Italy in 2018. It caused the fall of millions of trees, devastating tens of thousands of hectares of Alpine conifer forests. In remembrance of that tragic event, we have dedicated this name to the fork to keep attention focused on the importance of preserving our woodlands, as well as forests around the world.
THIRD PARTY OPTIONAL MUD GUARD
Vision Velo’s custom-fit mudguard is designed specifically for the EXT Vaia. Lightweight and durable, it adds clean protection to keep both rider and fork performing in all conditions.
Please reach out to us with any questions you may have about anything we sell. We want to make sure you get the right items the first time. Our lifelong riders at Thunder Mountain Bikes are knowledgeable and would love to talk to you!
Shipping
We currently offer both economy and expedited shipping options through FedEx and USPS.
Most orders totaling over $69 are eligible to ship for free via an economy ground option of our choice.
Due to larger box sizes, handlebars, wheels, and other oversized items, an additional shipping fee will be applied.
Most bikes ship free within the continental US. Bike shipping to AK, HI, or PR is available at an additional charge depending on the exact delivery location.
If you're in need of something super-quick, please contact us directly. We may be able to overnight your order with an additional fee, depending on your location.
RETURNS
Should there be an issue with the item you bought, or if you no longer need your purchase, we will be happy to set up a return.
Component & Gear Returns
Returns may be requested within sixty (60) days of the delivery date. All returned items must be received in new, unused, and uninstalled condition, with the original tags and labels attached and in the original packaging. We cannot accept returns on any items that have been installed or show wear of any kind.
Bike Returns
Returns or exchange requests for bikes must be requested by emailing us at sedona@thundermountainbikes.com within fifteen (15) days from the date of delivery. Bikes must be in un-ridden condition. Custom-built bikes may not be returned. Returned bikes incur a $200 restocking fee, and the customer is responsible for the return shipping costs.
Return Shipping
Customers may choose to use our provided flat-rate return shipping label at $9, or choose a carrier of their choice to handle their product return.
The $9 flat rate label will be deducted from the refund issued for the return. You can either print this label after requesting a return from the Order History section in your Account profile, or you can request that we email the label to you.
For all other return shipping methods, please email us at sedona@thundermountainbikes.com after submitting your return request so that we can confirm the shipping information you should use to return your item(s).
REFUNDS
We will process your return after receiving your returned item(s) and inspecting their condition. Please allow at least seven (7) days from the receipt of your item to process your refund. We will notify you by email when your return has been processed. All refunds will be returned to the original payment method. No store credit or other refund methods are available.
EXCEPTIONS
If you receive defective or damaged products or if we sent you the wrong item(s), please contact us using the phone number or email below.
RETURN PROCESS
To request a return, please log in to your customer account by clicking the 
Profile icon in the top right of any page or visit account.thundermountainbikes.com.
1. In the Email field, enter your email address and click Continue.
2. In your email account, open the email sent from our store and copy the six-digit verification code included in the email.
3. Go back to the online store and enter a six-digit verification code to log in.
4. Find and click on the order you want to submit a return for.
5. If your order has more than one item, select only the items you want to return.
6. Select a return reason and add a note for the store if needed.
7. Click Request Return.
Once your return request is approved, you will receive an email with shipping instructions and a return shipping label.
QUESTIONS ABOUT RETURNS?
If you have any questions concerning our return policy, please contact us at:
