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Michael Murphy
a Cross Country Rider
from Mankato, MNDate Reviewed: March 6, 2006
Strengths: ?Weaknesses: Didn't work like a suspension fork.Bottom Line: Is this a suspension fork? I am not really that picky when it comes to suspension forks; I still ride an old Indy XC on my Privateer, but this was almost the worst fork I ever had. The Quadra 10 might've been worse; I couldn't really tell the difference. Maybe I got one with gorilla springs or something, but I couldn't tell if there was any travel at all. It was like a soft-tail frame; it just barely took the edge off. Maybe. Or not.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$80.00
Similar Products Used: RockShox Quadra 10, Judy XC
Bike Setup: North Star Estrella
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Paco Ramirez
a Cross Country Rider
from México City Date Reviewed: November 4, 2001
Strengths: it's a good fork, considering the price, it weights only 3.4 lb and works very goodWeaknesses: no damping, adjust knobs and isn't strong at allBottom Line: it's a very good fork for XC competition but don't force it too much beucase the magnesium lowers can be broken after some jumps so don´t use it for freestyle
Favorite Trail: Xochimilco-Tepoztlan
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$79.00
Purchased At: jensonUSA.com
Similar Products Used: SR SUNTOUR MG-90
Bike Setup: alubike snake 00, LX/XT components
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Lloyd
a Cross Country Rider
from BoiseDate Reviewed: August 1, 2001
Strengths: it was cheapWeaknesses: no rebound adjust
blown seal after just 200 miles
bottoms out too easily
preload is difficult to adjust
Bottom Line: You get what you pay for, I suppose. I didn't expect much for $79, but a blown seal after 200 miles is kind of lame. Plus, I have to buy the firm springs because, even with the preload adjusted all the way in, the fork bottomed out on all but the smallest stuff. I feels relatively stiff, but does have some front to back flex. Weight-wise it's not too bad for a 1998 (non-air) fork, but it does not feel nearly as good as my 2000 SID.
Favorite Trail: that one over thar...
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$79.00
Purchased At: JensonUSA.com
Similar Products Used: 1998 Judy T2 (weak)
1998 SID
1998 Judy XC
2000 SID XC
Bike Setup: Ritchey tubing singlespeed frame, LX brakes, Avid levers, XT cranks, Time pedals, Kore stem and post
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Crazy Bit$#
a Weekend Warrior
from Upstate NYDate Reviewed: March 27, 2001
Strengths: -Great adjustability
-Decent stiffness
-Light
-Better than '00 SX(I tested it--THEY SUCK)Weaknesses: -Had to upgrade to heavier springs
-I BUSTED IT--my fault,not the fork's
-Nowhere near as durable as a MarzocchiBottom Line: I am a completely stupid,6-foot,200-lb destroyer of equipment,so I figured this fork wasn't going to last very long.I was wrong..it survived a YEAR of thrashing(repeated 3-4 foot drops,stairs,high-speed curb impacts)until I finally fragged it on a 6-foot drop(!)which also f#$ked up the frame.
The lowers were literally busted in half,and both staunchions broke loose from the crown.This was obviously COMPLETELY my fault,so I can't complain about that...
As far as the fork itself,it was great.It has more adjustibility than you could possibly need,it was pretty plush once I threw in the heavy springs(before I had to run high preload),and it was light.It was an awesome fork.I had to lube it twice and install new bushings,but otherwise it was all good.
No,it isn't as durable as my Marzocchi Z2 Atom(which actually took that very same 6-foot drop and SURVIVED,amazingly enough)or as stiff,but for most purposes it's still a good fork.4 chilies.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Similar Products Used: Marzocchi Z2 Atom 80(best short-travel fork EVER MADE),Rockshox SID XC(piece of dog crap),Manitou X-Vert Super(one of the best forks Manitou ever made)
Bike Setup: This fork was on my first mountain bike--a '98 Stumpy M2.I loved that bike to bits,but I was not kind to it.I busted the fork(as well as put a HUGE crack in the frame)off a 6-foot drop.After that,I went out and replaced it with a '00 Chameleon(IT RULES!!!)
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Mark downs
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from vicDate Reviewed: September 5, 2000
Strengths: Lots of plush,ajustment,looks,You get what you pay for.Weaknesses: Light springs.Bottom Line: Good shocks If your not that heavy and you want smooth landings On wheelie drops. I haven't Even had these for a month yet and there one one of the best I have ridi'n on.It Has tons of room for to tires I can fit a 2.4 on tne front and it doesn't rub.More ajustment than you will ever need( I love the damping).
Favorite Trail: The dump
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$110.00
Purchased At: Bike shop
Similar Products Used: marzzochi z.5 and RST crap!!
Bike Setup: 99 kona hahanna with: Tektro breaks,tioga dh 2.3,rokko 2.4 tires. 98 Manitou sx shimano stuff.
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Barry
a Cross Country Rider
from EDMOND,OKLA>Date Reviewed: August 20, 2000
Strengths: Price, weight,PerformanceWeaknesses: Broke my internal damper on a three foot drop off.I guess I shouldnt gripe about it considering what I paid for it.Bottom Line: Next time Ill go marzocci
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$109.00
Purchased At: supergo
Similar Products Used: rst junk, spyder,judy C junk
Bike Setup: 98 alum. rockhopper, xt hollow tec ,derailers, rock shock seat post , time peddles
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Xavery M
a Cross Country Rider
from PLDate Reviewed: June 17, 2000
Strengths: durability
progresiveness makes it nearly unbottomable
colourWeaknesses: could have some more travel
could be more stiff
adjustment should turn without aid of a wrenchBottom Line: Good value for the money + durability = decent fork
/but I would prefer Bomber Z1/
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Similar Products Used: tested RS,RST,Marzocchi
Bike Setup: Marin HT with lots of hardcore componentry
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Neal Barger
a Cross Country Rider
from Gainesville, FL, USADate Reviewed: March 18, 2000
Strengths: This product offers kick ass stability, awesome ride, and makes my Gary Fisher look super slik!!!!!!!!!!!Weaknesses: noneBottom Line: Why spend 400$ on judys or Bombers when Manitous work just as well?
Favorite Trail: Any trail that won't get me arrested
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Similar Products Used: RST-381
Rock shox judy xc
Bike Setup: I've got a Gary Fisher Marlin frame with all SRAM 9.0 components, tioga comp tires, KORE stem, Bontrager
bars, Easton seat post, Schwinn seat, SPIN wheels
(great investment) and my manitou SX's allow me to leave all my friends eatin' dust!!
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John
a Cross Country Rider
from WisconsinDate Reviewed: February 18, 2000
Strengths: Light weight, good looks, smooth dampeningWeaknesses: So inexpensive....makes you worryBottom Line: Fork is very smooth (even when topping out) more adjustable than most ever need, and contrary to popular opinion, has PLENTY of room for 2.1 tires (I use a 2.125 front). Price from supergo can't be beat ($109)
Favorite Trail: Kettle Moraine Forest
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Similar Products Used: Rock Shox Jett T2, Suntour hunk 'O crap,
Bike Setup: Giant with many upgrades, 2.125 Vitoria front tire 2.0 Vittoria rear
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butch
a Weekend Warrior
from vermont Date Reviewed: January 31, 2000
Strengths: Very durable light for a non air fork low maintenanceWeaknesses: tire clearance is somewhat limitedBottom Line: This is a follow up on an earlier review. I have been using this fork for 1 year now and have experienced absolutly no problems. It is a great xc fork. There is no disc mount so all you disco fans beware. As I stated above tire clearance is limited, although my new dirt control and master tires (1.9) fit ok so it is a non issue with me, but could be for someone who likes to run a 2.1 up front.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Similar Products Used: Rock Shox
Bike Setup: stumpjumper with 9.0sl shifting, lx hubs, sun cr18 rims, lx crank, xt front der, 9.0sl rear der, xtr cass, xt vee, bracer susp seat post, specilized team tires, kore stem, ird ea70 bar, wtb ahead.
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Lucho Sanhueza
a Racer
from santiagoDate Reviewed: September 22, 1999
Strengths:
Had a good strenght if you use it with a good aheadset like raceface or chris king.Weaknesses:
maybe nothing !!Bottom Line: is cheap, smooth, easy to ride and perfect for a racer of cross country or cyclocross.
Favorite Trail:
huinganal
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Similar Products Used:
bomber z.3
headshock moto 80
fatty sl
judy 100
indy xc
judy xc
judy sl
rockshox boxxer
Bike Setup:
I use it in a Caad 3 frame with full XTR and some 9.0 sram components
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Adam
a Cross-Country Rider
from Hudson, OhioDate Reviewed: September 22, 1999
Strengths:
Pretty light, great looks, gives a really smooth ride, never bottoms out, and has been virtually maintainance free.Weaknesses:
None that I can think ofBottom Line: This fork rocks! It looks sweet and it performs! I got it on sale for $120 and its turned out to be the best bargain of my life. So if you want a great fork and don't have the cash for a XVert or SID, hook up with one of these babies.
Favorite Trail:
Vulture's Knob
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Similar Products Used:
Rock Shox Indy XC
Bike Setup:
Giant Yukon frame, Manitou SX
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Simon
a Cross-Country Rider
from Hull, QuebecDate Reviewed: August 28, 1999
Strengths:
light weight
light price
stiffWeaknesses:
strange noiseBottom Line: why spend more, this is a great xc fork
Favorite Trail:
Parc de la Gatineau
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Similar Products Used:
Rock Shox Judy C
Rock Shox Indy C
Rock Shox Jett C
Bike Setup:
Trek 6500 with a manitou sx
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Russell Barlow
a Racer
from La Grande ORDate Reviewed: August 16, 1999
Strengths:
This fork is cheap lightweight and works well it is realiable and durable and i think it works great.Weaknesses:
It is too narrow and will not fit a widetire it also has too little travelBottom Line: Good quality fork
Favorite Trail:
Brickyards
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Similar Products Used:
Palmer FS-TI
X-vert R
Indy C
Judy XC
SX-R
Indy XC
Judy T2 with englunds
Quadra 5
RST 145
Marzocchi xc 700
Bike Setup:
Klein Pulse Pro
ESP 9.0
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Gavin
a Weekend Warrior
from NYDate Reviewed: August 16, 1999
Strengths:
Strong easily adjusted nearly maintanance free (so far)Weaknesses:
not muchBottom Line: I have the '97 version it is really great haven't had a problem with it yet really nice plush when you need it and VERY VERY VERY rarely bottoms out. This fork is great
Favorite Trail:
any kick @$$ trail
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Similar Products Used:
rock shox (the the self named one) Manitou pro
Bike Setup:
99'xt setup titec hellbent handlebar nuke proof stem mavic 221 UV
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