Via an original equipment manufacturer (OEMs) tie-up, Obed and Litespeed have become the first brands to make the DT Swiss F 132 ONE gravel fork available in North America. Based in Chattanooga, TN, the brands are part of American Bicycle Group (ABG), which manufactures high-performance titanium and carbon bikes.
The new suspension fork from DT Swiss can be added to any of the brands’ gravel bike models via the custom bike configurators on the Obed and Litespeed websites. Both brands were among the first to develop gravel bikes with suspension-corrected geometry, anticipating the growth of suspension in the gravel category.
The DT Swiss F 132 ONE is developed specifically for gravel applications, providing 40mm of travel through a LINEAIR spring cartridge. It features a PLUINGAIN damping cartridge for adjustable rebound while maintaining a low weight.
A PUSHCONTROL remote lever allows riders to switch between open and closed modes to adapt to terrain changes. For bikepacking and adventure riding, the fork includes adapters that allow for 3kg of carrying capacity on each fork leg.
Brandon Wold, Sales & Marketing Manager, Americas, at DT Swiss, said “We’ve enjoyed a strong and collaborative partnership with Obed and Litespeed, and we share the goal of offering the best possible equipment for every kind of gravel rider. We’re excited to add a new choice for Obed and Litespeed riders: the F 132 ONE gravel fork. This marks the first time riders in North America can experience this suspension solution as part of a complete bike.”
Data from the DT Swiss Performance Test Center indicates that the F 132 ONE significantly reduces impact forces. According to the company, rollover testing showed up to a 63% reduction in impact forces compared to a rigid fork at speeds between 15–25km/h. The study suggested the fork was more effective at reducing peak forces than simply increasing tyre volume.
Chris Pascarella, President & CEO of American Bicycle Group, said “DT Swiss has been a key partner for high-quality and high-performance components, and it was clear to us that the innovative F 132 ONE gravel fork would be a perfect fit for Obed and Litespeed gravel bikes. Giving riders the power to build their dream bike exactly how they want it has always been our mission at Obed and Litespeed.”
The F 132 ONE is designed for long service intervals and accommodates internal cable routing. It will be available starting April 26, 2026, for riders globally and can be specified on complete bikes via the brands’ respective websites.
American Bicycle Group headquarters are located in Chattanooga, TN, where it paints, assembles, and ships its three brands: Quintana Roo, Obed, and Litespeed.
www.obedbikes.com
www.litespeed.com
www.dtswiss.com
