In this video I walk you through how I set up a DVO 38 fork from scratch—starting with the stuff that actually matters on trail, not copying a chart and hoping for the best. I’m focused on getting you to a solid baseline quickly: air pressure for the right sag/ride height, rebound that isn’t packing or pogo-ing, and compression settings that keep support without turning the fork into a jackhammer. The goal is a fork that tracks, doesn’t dive unpredictably, and still uses travel when it needs to. I also talk about how I like to validate settings with real-world testing: short laps, one change at a time, and paying attention to what the front tire is telling you. If you want my exact baseline numbers and a simple process you can repeat, I linked my PDF setup guide. And yes—if you’re a suspension nerd like me, a simple front fender is a cheap upgrade that keeps grit out of your seals and makes your fork happier long-term.