Your Shimano brakes already work. That’s not the problem. Deore, SLX, XT, XTR they’re reliable and proven, which is exactly why so many riders use them. But when it comes to a Shimano brake lever upgrade, most setups fall short at the exact point where it matters most: the lever. Not because it’s bad, but…
We didn’t start this to build a brand. We started this because stuff kept failing. Not in a dramatic way, just the kind of annoying, real-world problems you run into when you actually ride: The kind of things that shouldn’t be complicated but somehow are real fuck-ups. The Axle Mess (You Know What We Mean)…
The Evolution of the Fox 40: Axle, Dropout Design, and Wheel Standards Through the Years The Fox 40 has long been a benchmark in downhill mountain biking. Although the name has remained unchanged, the fork itself has gone through several distinct generations. Over time, not only did the suspension internals evolve, but also how the…
World Premiere: Deathbolt & Feral40 – The Ultimate 15mm Adapter! Riders, get ready…. Freakynuts just unleashed the Deathbolt 15mm Adapter for RockShox Boxxer and the Feral40 15mm Adapter for Fox 40—and this is pure downhill punk. Forget messing around with loose adapters or a thin axle inside a sleeve. This beast is one solid piece.…
Our USA Shop is live – Duty Free & Free Shipping from Colorado 🤘 We’ve got some killer news for all our Freakynuts fans in the USA! The new Freakynuts USA Shop is finally live, our direct answer to the recent import regulation changes that made ordering from Europe a pain. With rising duties, shipping…
Hey USA Freakynuts fans, We’ve got big news: since October 1, 2025, we have a distributor in the USA for most of our products. And yes, if demand grows, we’ll expand the range even further. Why this matters? Well, thanks to our Team mate Donald Thrump and his administration, the so-called Mini Me rule –…
Stronger than a Tank, Built for the fearless. Our 7075 aluminum thru-axle in 15mm is designed to meet these high standards. The 7075 aluminum thru-axle 15mm specification ensures unmatched durability. After a full year of development with YOU – our fans, we proudly launch something the MTB world has never seen before:The strongest 15 mm…
Hey Freakynuts MTB family from the US, We have some unfortunate news for our friends in the United States. As of August 29, 2025, the U.S. government has ended the so-called “de minimis” rule, which previously allowed small packages under $800 to enter the country without import duties. The result? The result is that many…
Comparative Technical Report: 1. Introduction This document provides a scientific comparison of the FOX Upside Down Podium fork 20mm axle (6061-T6, hollow) versus a 15mm solid axle made from 7075-T6 aluminium, specifically for use as supporting evidence regarding strength, stiffness, and ride characteristics. 2. Technical Specifications Specification FOX Axle (20mm/16mm, 6061-T6) New Axle (15mm solid,…
And yeah, Freakynuts is keeping it all alive. If you’ve ever dropped into a sketchy Trail, chances are a #RockShox #BoXXer was along for the ride. This fork hasn’t just survived decades of abuse — it helped define what downhill riding is all about. Let’s talk BoXXer. Here’s a quick overview of the main generations…