Under-Forking an Enduro Hardtail: Banshee Paradox v3 Goes Full XC - Ride Impressions

In this episode I take the Banshee Paradox V3 out in XC mode. We have a 120mm stepcast 34 fork, with enve m525 wheels and super light tires. Will it ride better or worse than when it had 150mm travel? Today we find out. Did you learn something valuable? If so, show your appreciation and support this channel by becoming a Patron today:   / hardtailparty  

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