When Singletrack World Magazine puts a product through its paces, it is rarely a gentle affair. Real terrain, real riders, real expectations. Their recent review of the Manitou Mattoc Pro confirms what riders across disciplines have already discovered: this is one of the most complete and versatile trail forks available today. From the first impressions to aggressive trail riding, the Mattoc Pro stood out for its composure and balance. “The Mattoc Pro feels controlled and supportive without ever becoming harsh. It delivers traction and confidence exactly where you need it.” That balance is no accident. At the heart of the Mattoc Pro lies Manitou’s MC2 damper with hydraulic bottom-out control, working in harmony with the IRT air spring system. Rather than relying solely on large air volumes or token stacking, Manitou engineers the fork to provide usable mid-stroke support and controlled ramp-up at the end of travel. The result is small bump sensitivity combined with real support when speeds increase and terrain becomes demanding.

The IRT system allows riders to independently tune mid-stroke support and ramp characteristics without disassembly. It is a performance-driven system that gives serious riders real control over how the fork behaves, rather than offering superficial adjustment. Combined with Manitou’s signature chassis design and decades of suspension engineering expertise, the Mattoc Pro becomes more than just a trail fork. It becomes a performance platform.

Singletrack World’s review reinforces what defines the Mattoc Pro: balance, versatility, and refined performance. It is light enough for ambitious trail builds, stiff and controlled enough for aggressive riding, and adjustable enough to evolve with the rider. From 110mm downcountry setups to 150mm all-mountain builds, the Mattoc Pro stands as a benchmark in adaptable trail suspension.