Originally Posted by
squirtdad
Just to note...early reference to pinch flats: these normally occur be cause of lack of tire inflation...ie tire not properly inflated. A suspension won't help that
Yes and no.
Having a little give in the system so the wheel can bump up without fully lifting the load (and rider) might help reduce pressure on the tire and wheels, and thus reducing pinch flats. Also a reason why cyclists often stand up when they see a bump coming.