Stans - Biobased Suspension Oil 10wt - 1 litre

Stans Biobased Suspension Oil is a high-performance, premium quality oil crafted with the input of professional mountain bike athletes and mechanics in Whistler, BC. Designed for both forks and shocks, this advanced oil features triple-ester technology that shields internal parts from wear and friction. Stans biobased formula enhances corrosion inhibition, detergency, and thermal stability, ensuring top-notch performance. Environmentally conscious cyclists will appreciate its biodegradability and non-toxic composition, making it safe for both mechanics and the planet. Plus, its USDA-certified, reaffirming their commitment to sustainability without compromising on quality.

What's in Stans Biobased Products?
They only use bio-based and eco-friendly ingredients in their formulas. This means no petro-based additives, synthetic oils, or toxic organic solvents.

What they do use:Natural Antioxidants
They have selected powerful natural antioxidants sourced from plants to preserve and extend the lifetime of their formulas. Being bio-based products, it was imperative to use the highest quality antioxidants available in order to stabilise and protect against oxidation.

Oleochemicals
Oleochemicals are compounds derived from plant and animal fats. This covers a wide range of materials that they use in complex combinations to achieve the functionality they require for their products.

Seed Oils
Seed oils are triglyceride oils extracted from seeds such as canola, hemp, and corn. Seed oils also have a wide range of functionalities that, when used in the correct combinations, provide a base oil superior to synthetic oil and petro-based oil.

Premium biobased formula made with natural ingredients

Biodegradable, non-toxic, PTFE-free

High oxidative stability

Additive-free formula provides extreme lubricity and smooth compressions

Long-lasting

Triple ester technology protects against wear and reduces friction

Available viscosities: 2.5, 5, 7, 10, 20wt

1000ml

USDA-certified biobased

Made in Canada

Biobased Suspension Oil Selector
Stan's Biobased Suspension Oil is compatible with all suspension components and can be used on your bicycle as an alternative to the commonly recommended petroleum oils.

The weight system is a bit confusing when it comes to identifying oils because its not a real unit of measurement. It is non-standardised terminology used to describe certain oils, This means that a 5 weight oil could also be something like a 2.5 or a 3 weight oil from a different brand.

Theyve made it much easier for you to determine what oil you need by creating these charts below that show each weight and the correct choice for a similar feel and performance to the other common brand petroleum oils.

NOTE: Recommendations are based on similar but not exact v@40c between brands.