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Consumer Safety

As a consumer and supporter of FOX Racing Shox, please be aware of the importance of setting up your product correctly to ensure safe and trouble-free performance. It is a good idea to keep your receipts with the owner's manual booklet, and refer to it for service and warranty issues. FOX recommends that a qualified technician install your FOX product on your bicycle.

To ensure your safety, FOX recommends the following:

Keep your bicycle and suspension system in optimal working condition:
- Assure bicycle readiness...is your bicycle properly adjusted?
- Check the brakes before riding
- Check your wheels..."quick release" wheels should be securely fastened
Wear protective clothing, eye protection, and always fasten your helmet before you ride.
Know and ride within your limits.
Follow IMBA's Rules of the Trail. For more information, go to www.imba.com:
1. Ride On Open Trails Only
  Respect trail and road closures — ask a land manager for clarification if you are uncertain about the status of a trail. Do not trespass on private land. Obtain permits or other authorization as may be required. Be aware that bicycles are not permitted in areas protected as state or federal Wilderness.
2. Leave No Trace
  Be sensitive to the dirt beneath you. Wet and muddy trails are more vulnerable to damage than dry ones. When the trail is soft, consider other riding options. This also means staying on existing trails and not creating new ones. Don't cut switchbacks. Be sure to pack out at least as much as you pack in.
3. Control Your Bicycle
  Inattention for even a moment can put yourself and others at risk. Obey all bicycle speed regulations and recommendations, and ride within your limits.
4. Yield To Others
  Do your utmost to let your fellow trail users know you're coming — a friendly greeting or bell ring are good methods. Try to anticipate other trail users as you ride around corners. Bicyclists should yield to all other trail users, unless the trail is clearly signed for bike-only travel. Bicyclists traveling downhill should yield to ones headed uphill, unless the trail is clearly signed for one-way or downhill-only traffic. Strive to make each pass a safe and courteous one.
5. Never Scare Animals
  Animals are easily startled by an unannounced approach, a sudden movement or a loud noise. Give animals enough room and time to adjust to you. When passing horses, use special care and follow directions from the horseback riders (ask if uncertain). Running cattle and disturbing wildlife are egregious offenses.
6. Plan Ahead
  Know your equipment, your ability and the area where you are riding — and prepare accordingly. Strive to be self-sufficient; always keep your equipment in good repair, and carry necessary supplies for changes in weather or other conditions. Always wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear.