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Pugz · 06-21-2007, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pain Freak

My first bike had a Judy on it and I remember thinking this thing doesn't work. True, I was more used to motorcycles, but this POS didn't even dampen. First upgrade I made was to a better fork/shock that worked.

I just started riding, been on 3 rides, and I have a judy on my bike and I've been bitching about it on each ride. It's nice to see that somebody else had the same experience.

TrailJesus · 06-23-2007, 07:40 PM

I still dont have a fork... but I'm selling some items on my car to get money for one. Recommendations? I'm looking in the 200 dollar range. And I think dino said the (head tube?) needed to be 10 inches in length to fit my bike.

Dino if you see this post can you clarify for me... I still dont know the technical biking mumbo jumbo.

Collette · 06-23-2007, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by integradriv3r

I still dont have a fork... but I'm selling some items on my car to get money for one. Recommendations? I'm looking in the 200 dollar range. And I think dino said the (head tube?) needed to be 10 inches in length to fit my bike.

Dino if you see this post can you clarify for me... I still dont know the technical biking mumbo jumbo.

Lots of places are blowing out Manitou R7 comps (Air Spring) for around 220 or less, or you can buy this:

2007 Marzocchi MX Pro Suspension Fork @ Performance Bicycle

Dino Brown · 06-24-2007, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by integradriv3r

... And I think dino said the (head tube?) needed to be 10 inches in length to fit my bike..... Dino if you see this post can you clarify for me... I still dont know the technical biking mumbo jumbo.

What the young lad was trying to say is, "due to the fact I own a Specialized bike, the steerer tube on the replacement fork must be no less than 10 inches. If I were to take the (2) spacers out- maybe 9 1/2 inches."

What Dino was trying to say... "Hey Junior, if you had not stumbled your way home at 5:30am (due to a wild night of skirt chasing and

), we could have picked you up a new fork."

I totally "understand" you want to live the Guero lifestyle... forks come first!!! I'll call you..

Pain Freak · 06-24-2007, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by integradriv3r

I still dont have a fork... but I'm selling some items on my car to get money for one. Recommendations? I'm looking in the 200 dollar range. And I think dino said the (head tube?) needed to be 10 inches in length to fit my bike.

Dino if you see this post can you clarify for me... I still dont know the technical biking mumbo jumbo.

Get a blue one....

Dino Brown · 06-24-2007, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Pain Freak

Get a blue one....

Genius!!! Sheer Genius my friend!!!

J_Sims · 06-24-2007, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpyderGirl

Lots of places are blowing out Manitou R7 comps (Air Spring) for around 220 or less, or you can buy this:

2007 Marzocchi MX Pro Suspension Fork @ Performance Bicycle

I love it when performance puts something on sale and

"You SAVE 3%"

Collette · 06-24-2007, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by J_Sims

I love it when performance puts something on sale and

"You SAVE 3%"

Yea, that got me going too, good thing I didn't say the Marz was on sale.

J_Sims · 06-24-2007, 10:01 AM

Here is performance bikes big call to action

Regular Price: $248.99
Sale Price: $239.99 (That's 3% Off!)
Item #50-6742C

Sorry, this item is Out of Stock. We expect to receive it by 06/29/07. You can still order it and we will ship it to you as soon as it comes

I guess that it worked though... or they just have not received the sale batch yet

SAR_boats · 06-24-2007, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dino Brown

What Dino was trying to say... "Hey Junior, if you had not stumbled your way home at 5:30am (due to a wild night of skirt chasing and

), we could have picked you up a new fork."

I totally "understand" you want to live the Guero lifestyle... forks come first!!! I'll call you..

I let you guys go riding without chaperoning y'all and this is what happens. Wait until you mother hears about this. You are both going to be so grounded

J/k. Looks like I misses a helluva party

TrailJesus · 06-24-2007, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pain Freak

Get a blue one....

nah i'll get yellow so that when i eat shit on the trail u guys will be able to spot me in the bushes a lot quicker haha

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpyderGirl

Lots of places are blowing out Manitou R7 comps (Air Spring) for around 220 or less, or you can buy this:

2007 Marzocchi MX Pro Suspension Fork @ Performance Bicycle

ok so i took a look at this fork on mtbr and it seems legit. everyone says its a good fork for the money. i'm gonna go take a look at it today and could possibly come home with a new fork. unless someone can take this thread seriously and post real fork suggestions and not colors (i know its all in good fun but i'm ansy and ready to purchase something asap!)

Pain Freak · 06-24-2007, 05:09 PM

Sorry bout that. Couldn't help myself.

The fork I'd recommend would be very high in price, but I love the Talas from Fox. It has more adjustments then I care for, but once you get it dialed in ( and remember your settings ) it is an awesome fork. But keep in mind, it will need work and maintenance as you use it. Great fork for all kinds of conditions. Runner up though is a fork that I just tried again and now I'm sold on it too. It's Rock Shox ( I'm still PO'ed at them, but hell, it's a good fork) is the PIKE 454 air. I was really suprized at how silky smooth this fork is and for the money I think it's a good deal. I don't know the logevity for this fork as RS has had their problems in the past, but now with Sram being the new owners, this may be rectified.

Schecky · 06-24-2007, 05:58 PM

I think you'll be very happy with that Zoke.

'In Zoke I trust'

Pho'dUp · 06-24-2007, 07:12 PM

What about a RS Tora? For an entry level fork I've heard they're not bad. U-turn 85-130mm adjustable travel. $215 bucks.

ROCK SHOX TORA 302 COIL U-TURN FORK '07 at JensonUSA.com

Or one of the Marz All mtn. forks on sale. But they may change the handling of your bike by slackening the headangle because these are 130mm.

Marzocchi All Mountain 3 Suspension Fork 2005 at Price Point

Hoosierdaddy · 06-24-2007, 08:44 PM

I think you should stay within the 80 to 100mm range, most Hardtails are designed to run a fork within that travel range. If you run too much travel, the steering/cornering will suffer. The exception is dirt jumping H/Ts, they can run 145 to 160 because they don't need to corner but need to soak up the landings.

Air versus coil? Unless you want to change coil springs, get air. Most coil forks come sprung medium, for a rider in the 160 to 180 range. With air, you just pump it up. Air forks have come a long way in the sealing department in the last 5 to 7 years, so leaking shouldn't be a problem. The only problem is $, air is usually more costly b/c it is built lighter for higher end bikes.

Don't skimp on a fork! It's easy to say b/c it's not my money. If you plan on keeping this bike for a while than spend a little extra cash and get a decent fork. A good deal on a fork doesn't always mean it's the best fork for your bike, shop and compare. It's like finding a killer deal on a bike that is sized too small or big for you, if it doesn't fit you, pass it up.

Now the size thing... I'm also 230 lbs (6' 5") and the problem can be finding a fork that can take the weight. Most 80 to 100mm forks are for X/C use and built light (thin) to work best on that type of terrain. I doubt you'll be doing 3 to 5 foot drops, but at that weight a 1 foot drop could be an equivalent load on the fork to over stress it (read, break it).

Don't be too quick to buy the wrong fork, I bought a Marz. MX comp 100/120 ETA for my S/Works FSR and it was a "deal" but worked out to be a bit on the weak side for my size. I'm lucky b/c this bike is my "triple" back up bike and it doesn't see much of the trails except if I'm racing.

Make sure the steer tube is long enough! I run X/L frames and most of my steer tubes are at least 9 inches long. If someone has a fork for sale with a short steer tube and says you can just have a longer one installed beware! This can be quite costly to replace and I don't really recommend it.

The difference between an inexpesive fork and a quality fork on the trail is "priceless". You may want to step up and spend a few dollars more and don't be in a hurry to buy the wrong fork.

Good luck, Jeff

06-24-2007, 10:01 AM	#29 (permalink)
J_Sims P. W. R.	Here is performance bikes big call to action Regular Price: $248.99 Sale Price: $239.99 (That's 3% Off!) Item #50-6742C Sorry, this item is Out of Stock. We expect to receive it by 06/29/07. You can still order it and we will ship it to you as soon as it comes I guess that it worked though... or they just have not received the sale batch yet __________________ Your actions speak so loud I can't hear a word your saying Big Thanks to ::: http://www.thepathbikeshop.com/

06-24-2007, 05:09 PM	#32 (permalink)
Pain Freak Peanut butta jelly	Sorry bout that. Couldn't help myself. The fork I'd recommend would be very high in price, but I love the Talas from Fox. It has more adjustments then I care for, but once you get it dialed in ( and remember your settings ) it is an awesome fork. But keep in mind, it will need work and maintenance as you use it. Great fork for all kinds of conditions. Runner up though is a fork that I just tried again and now I'm sold on it too. It's Rock Shox ( I'm still PO'ed at them, but hell, it's a good fork) is the PIKE 454 air. I was really suprized at how silky smooth this fork is and for the money I think it's a good deal. I don't know the logevity for this fork as RS has had their problems in the past, but now with Sram being the new owners, this may be rectified. __________________ If quizzes are quizzical, what are tests? “Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body—but rather a skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow, what a ride!’ ” —anon.

06-24-2007, 05:58 PM	#33 (permalink)
Schecky SoCalMTBubbs	I think you'll be very happy with that Zoke. 'In Zoke I trust' __________________ tkblazer: it was Steven Jackson that led me to STR... http://www.ventanausa.com/

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06-24-2007, 07:12 PM	#34 (permalink)
Pho'dUp I made a Taco this big!	What about a RS Tora? For an entry level fork I've heard they're not bad. U-turn 85-130mm adjustable travel. $215 bucks. ROCK SHOX TORA 302 COIL U-TURN FORK '07 at JensonUSA.com Or one of the Marz All mtn. forks on sale. But they may change the handling of your bike by slackening the headangle because these are 130mm. Marzocchi All Mountain 3 Suspension Fork 2005 at Price Point

06-24-2007, 08:44 PM	#35 (permalink)
Hoosierdaddy High Speed Dirt.	I think you should stay within the 80 to 100mm range, most Hardtails are designed to run a fork within that travel range. If you run too much travel, the steering/cornering will suffer. The exception is dirt jumping H/Ts, they can run 145 to 160 because they don't need to corner but need to soak up the landings. Air versus coil? Unless you want to change coil springs, get air. Most coil forks come sprung medium, for a rider in the 160 to 180 range. With air, you just pump it up. Air forks have come a long way in the sealing department in the last 5 to 7 years, so leaking shouldn't be a problem. The only problem is $, air is usually more costly b/c it is built lighter for higher end bikes. Don't skimp on a fork! It's easy to say b/c it's not my money. If you plan on keeping this bike for a while than spend a little extra cash and get a decent fork. A good deal on a fork doesn't always mean it's the best fork for your bike, shop and compare. It's like finding a killer deal on a bike that is sized too small or big for you, if it doesn't fit you, pass it up. Now the size thing... I'm also 230 lbs (6' 5") and the problem can be finding a fork that can take the weight. Most 80 to 100mm forks are for X/C use and built light (thin) to work best on that type of terrain. I doubt you'll be doing 3 to 5 foot drops, but at that weight a 1 foot drop could be an equivalent load on the fork to over stress it (read, break it). Don't be too quick to buy the wrong fork, I bought a Marz. MX comp 100/120 ETA for my S/Works FSR and it was a "deal" but worked out to be a bit on the weak side for my size. I'm lucky b/c this bike is my "triple" back up bike and it doesn't see much of the trails except if I'm racing. Make sure the steer tube is long enough! I run X/L frames and most of my steer tubes are at least 9 inches long. If someone has a fork for sale with a short steer tube and says you can just have a longer one installed beware! This can be quite costly to replace and I don't really recommend it. The difference between an inexpesive fork and a quality fork on the trail is "priceless". You may want to step up and spend a few dollars more and don't be in a hurry to buy the wrong fork. Good luck, Jeff

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