Vehicle Sensors
Eyes on the trail
Position, velocity, G-force, throttle, braking, and steering sensors give the system a real-time picture of every corner of the vehicle.
Intelligent
Off-Road Suspension
Proprietary dampers and smart software work together to deliver the right suspension performance for every condition you encounter.
4ms
Response Time
∞
Terrain Profiles
0
Rebuilds
The Problem
Your Suspension Can't Adapt
Terrain changes constantly. Your shocks don't. Fixed damping forces a compromise between comfort and performance.
Baja
Washboard
Corners
Jumps
Rocks
How It Works
Intelligent Control
Sensors and AI work together so your suspension delivers the right performance for every situation. From the control of your phone, you can set preferences for how your vehicle performs.
Let the system handle it. Set your comfort vs performance preference and ride.
01
Sense
Onboard sensors read the terrain at every corner of your vehicle in real time.
02
Decide
The system identifies the condition and selects the right tune for that exact situation.
03
Adapt
Suspension adjusts automatically without any input from the driver. No need to be an expert to get ideal performance.
04
Learn
The system gets smarter every ride, deepening its understanding of the trail.
01
Tune
Build your suspension tune from the ground up without leaving the driver's seat.
02
Drive
Hit the trail with your custom tune active. Feel the difference immediately.
03
Gather Data
Sensors capture every bump, corner, and landing so you can review and refine.
04
Repeat
Iterate on your tune until it's exactly right. Save and share with others.
The System
Three Core Elements.
Control Center
The brain
The control unit processes sensor data and selects the optimal damping profile for the current terrain in under 4 milliseconds.
Dynamic Shocks
Full, instant adaptability
OEM-grade simplicity and reliability, with complete and instantaneous adaptability.
Easily upgrade your existing reservoir shocks
How We Compare
Beyond Traditional Suspension
| System | Intelligent response to different terrains | Adaptability | Simplicity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barracuda | Intelligent response to different terrainsSelects the right tune automatically | AdaptabilityNo mechanical impediments | SimplicitySimple, reliable design |
| Live Dampers | Intelligent response to different terrainsSimplified presets only | AdaptabilityConstrained by fixed shim stack | SimplicityComplex mechanical internals |
| Bypass Shocks | Intelligent response to different terrainsNo intelligence | AdaptabilityGet out and tune based on feel | SimplicityComplicated mechanical valving |
| Compression Adjusters | Intelligent response to different terrainsNo intelligence | AdaptabilityGet out and tune based on feel | SimplicityComplicated mechanical valving |
About Us
Suspension Enthusiasts
Riders, racers, and engineers tired of the same compromise. Your suspension should be as adaptable as the terrain you explore.
Barracuda began several years ago, when Darric and Daniel started working together after hearing the same complaint again and again. Enthusiasts were buying high-end suspension systems, only to be let down by their performance.
So we set out to build something better. After many years of development, our proprietary damper technology is now patent pending, designed to bring reliability, simplicity, and full tunability to anyone who wants better performance from their vehicle.
Next up: going commercial. In mid-2027, we plan to launch our first product: an upgraded shock reservoir that brings reliability, simplicity, and full tunability as an easy upgrade to any suspension system.
Daniel Wright
Co-FounderMetallurgical engineer and off-road racing enthusiast. Daniel grew up off-roading in the Colorado mountains, always wanting suspension that could better handle rocky trails and twisty roads.
daniel@barracudasuspension.com
Darric Roark
Co-FounderMechanical engineer and mountain bike racer. Darric is also an overland enthusiast and professional vehicle hooner who knows firsthand how much the right suspension matters on every kind of terrain.
darric@barracudasuspension.comEarly Access
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