How do you approach damper tuning for optimal ride and handling balance?

Damper tuning involves adjusting compression and rebound damping rates across the velocity range. Low-speed damping controls body motions (roll, pitch, heave) affecting handling, while high-speed damping controls impact absorption affecting ride. The process includes defining target vehicle characteristics, analyzing ride frequency and damping ratios, testing on various road surfaces, and iterating between subjective evaluation and objective measurements. Bump/rebound ratio typically ranges from 30/70 to 40/60 for good tire contact.