If you’ve ever watched a Hollywood car chase, there’s a good chance it was filmed using equipment from Tilta.
The company makes a vast range of camera cages and stabilisation systems, and in a surprise move it is bringing that expertise to the cycling market with a range of MTB suspension and finishing kit.
Beyond capitalising on its expertise in stabilisation tech, Tilta has also moved into cycling because its CEO is a passionate cyclist.
Tilta’s cycling tech will be sold under the name Stablead. At Stablead’s Eurobike booth, you can catch a glimpse of its forthcoming suspension fork, rear shock, pedals, stems, cranks and chainrings.
Founded this year in California, Stablead has enlisted the help of professional mountain bike racer Brian Lopes to help it develop its products. These are still in development, but Stablead’s Eurobike stand gives an idea of what we can expect to see launched in 2026.
Stablead’s fork and shock
A Stablead spokesperson says what makes its fork different from its competitors is the carbon body, which helps keep the weight down.
The inverted design is unusual – even if Fox just released its Podium inverted fork – but this also creates room inside the fork to house electric stabilising technology, according to the spokesperson.
The fork will be targeted at enduro riding, with 160mm of travel. But Stablead has ambitious plans. It will possibly expand its range to cater for other riding disciplines – and it may release a gravel suspension fork, given the growing popularity of this tech.
In regards to the shock, Stablead’s spokesperson says: “If you offer a fork, you need to offer a rear suspension.”
This will also have a carbon body and will offer high- and low-speed compression, but the spokesperson was unable to disclose any further information.
Stablead's other cycling components
Alongside the suspension components, Stablead will offer a range of stems, pedals, chainrings and cranks.
Details are lacking at present, but they look and feel high-quality, with all the components available in a range of anodised colours.
Alongside the suspension tech, Stablead says all its bicycle components will undergo rigorous testing by Lopes and other top riders.
Stablead may also develop a dropper post in the future.
What about the bike?
The most eye-catching thing on display at Stablead’s Eurobike stand is a branded mountain bike, built with a Pinion gearbox.
But the Stablead spokesperson says this is for displaying the range of components and suspension only, and isn’t safe to ride.
Not the only camera company at Eurobike
Tilta isn't the only camera company to move into mountain biking and have a presence at Eurobike.
DJI, the drone manufacturer, has a strong presence with its Avinox motor appearing on many mountain bikes, including the soon-to-be-released Orange eMTB.
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