VIBE V.D.T. - Vertical Damping Technology is a common theme on Element hardtails. It indicates the passive rear suspension (vertical flex ) designed into the rear stays of the frame.

• ．Vertically Compliant for Comfort

• ．Laterally Rigid for Efficiency and Tracking

LOW VIBE for Alloy

• ．Alloy seatstays tuned for comfort

• ．Laterally ovalized monostay with one-piece tri-bend seatstays