Submitted by
graeme murray
a Downhiller
from edinburgh, scotland, UK Date Reviewed: May 31, 2007
Favorite Trail:
glentress or innerleithen
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$130.00
Purchased At:
ebay
Strengths:
strength and durability...i have done some hucks and pleanty downhill with these forks and what a set of forks they are! very strong for being QR infact one of the sturdiest set of forks i have used. the travel on them NEVER bottoms out no matter what your doing! oh and there fiarly light so quite versitile.
Weaknesses:
they do need serviced fairly regularly if your doing harsh riding but to be honest what forks dont!
Similar Products Used:
jr t 06 with bolt thru axle, 888rc2, 66's, RST gilla t6:P
Bike Setup:
when i had these forks they were being used on a trek vrx 400 (2000 model) and had halo SAS wheels. what a rig, excellent freeride/downhill machine:P
Bottom Line:
excellent pair of forks! one of the cheapest pairs of tripples you will get and the value for money with them is outstanding as there near enough bomb proof! i would reccomend the 06 model though if the budget can stretch.
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Submitted by
jake
a Downhiller
from las vegas nevada usa Date Reviewed: August 5, 2006
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$150.00
Purchased At:
ebay
Strengths:
double crown , 7 inches wow , doesnt bottom out
Weaknesses:
really soft but can be changed by springs or oil
Similar Products Used:
manitou splice, rock shox judy
Bike Setup:
haro escape 8.3 2002 jr t profile cranks gamut chain guide
Bottom Line:
get this fork u wont regret it its awsome so much travel and great price this thing can handle anything u throw at it
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Submitted by
joel bruning
a Weekend Warrior
from perth Date Reviewed: September 18, 2005
Favorite Trail:
canning mills kelmscott
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$150.00
Purchased At:
second hand
Strengths:
it has a good strong crowns and doers not bottom out if it is at the tighest setting on the rebound
Weaknesses:
it should have a 20mm axel becasue there is a little bit of flex altought not to much to worry about
Similar Products Used:
marzocchi drop of triple
Bike Setup:
mongoose fire ball frame, fsa v drive xtreme, alex dm 18 rims, sora deralliur.
Bottom Line:
this fork is good for the person who dosent mind a few drops and good solid dh riding. it is also good for the person who does not want to spend to much money to have a good time going fairly big
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Submitted by
Doc Martin
a Weekend Warrior
from Paranaque,Philippines Date Reviewed: November 10, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Sta. Rosa Wilderness Trails
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Good travel,incredible performance and nice curves to top it all. Double crowned for maximum durability,coil over oil to meet your expectations... Everybody goes back,to the Junior T once you've tried all the others and of course,it's a Marzocchi!
Bottom Line:
The best and safest front suspension you can rely on!
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Submitted by
Jake Andrew
a Weekend Warrior
from Fredericton Canada Date Reviewed: June 19, 2004
o4 p.2 with 8" hydros , alex DX 32 rims 26/24 , blah blah
Bottom Line:
I was using the EXR comp , then swiched to this fork, OH MAN the difference, I dont think this fork bottoms out, i weight 155 , 6 foot ( and im 13! ) . i can take it off 6 footers to flat ( on a hardtail ) and this fork keeps my hands on the bars. this fork is amazing!
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Submitted by
Phil
a Downhiller
from Seattle, WA Date Reviewed: December 23, 2003
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Cheap, Big travel, Good budget/beginner DH fork, Fills a niche
Weaknesses:
SSVF really goes downhill on anything over 5"
Similar Products Used:
SuperT, Monster, ShiverDC, ShiverSC, Dorado, DJ1
Bike Setup:
'02 Bullit/Avy, '99 Monster, M4
Bottom Line:
Got it when I was getting into DH and didn't know any better. It does give you a lot of travel but the quality of the travel isn't very good. Simple damping system results in hydralic lockout or 'spiking' when too much oil tries to flow through very quickly. I'd take a 6" older SuperT any day over it, which is what I replaced it with after a few months.
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Submitted by
Jim
a
from Burlington VT USA Date Reviewed: November 8, 2003
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At:
some guy USED
Strengths:
Great 7" of buttery smooth travel it can really take a beating.
Weaknesses:
None except doesnt have a qr20 and its also silver...my bikes gray and black.
Similar Products Used:
Rockshox boxxer like my marzocchi much better
Bike Setup:
Giant Warp DS1 hydro discs and the whole nine yards
Bottom Line:
The JR.T is just about the best fork you can buy for the price. Its good for DH Freeride and just about any thing you can throw at it. ITS GREAT
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Submitted by
Jim
a Downhiller
from Burlington Vermont Date Reviewed: September 7, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Scull And Cross Bones and BMX
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$320.00
Strengths:
Very Strong Buttery Smooth good looks With mine i have the soft springs and its very soft and will absorb alot
Weaknesses:
Only one for me on Quick Release instead or QR 20 Thru Axle and when you come out of a wheelie it doesnt help absorb the shock
Similar Products Used:
Boxxer
Bike Setup:
Warp DS1
Bottom Line:
Very good for price Good for any one who is into DownHill or FreeRide
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Submitted by
Bryan
a Weekend Warrior
from Sparwood, BC, Canada Date Reviewed: August 29, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Hedonism
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Purchased At:
stock on big hit pro
Strengths:
It works great with no hassles. Price is good as well as performance. Low maintenance.
Weaknesses:
I along with all of my friends had to change to heavier weight oil (10 weight instead of the stock 7.5) I also changed out the top set of springs to heavy ones. Now it works awesome! With zero preload it works great on the fast rough downhills and with about 7 turns of preload it is great for big hucks 6-8 ft. F.Y.I. I weigh 175 lbs. I was always bottoming out with the stock springs and oil. Even just on steep downhills when I was braking.
Similar Products Used:
None.
Bottom Line:
This fork works great and it is a great value. Make sure you check all the bolts on a regular basis!
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Submitted by
ryan
a Downhiller
from calgary, alberta, canada Date Reviewed: June 22, 2003
Favorite Trail:
COP
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
came on bike (preowned)
Strengths:
Nice travel and lots of it, light, durable, fit a wider tire in it then the 03 model. Make really stiff or really soft...GREAT FORK>
Weaknesses:
wat?! NOTHING ofcourse.
Similar Products Used:
boxxer race, super t
Bike Setup:
2002 Stinky dee-lux
Bottom Line:
It's a great fork but don't waste ur money buying it new. Get it previously owned and save urself money. BUT to save urself problems get it checked out by a bike shop before you buy it. if u love hittin the 10-20 foot drops, this fork is for you!
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Submitted by
Chris Flores
a Downhiller
from red Bluff CA. U.S.A Date Reviewed: May 21, 2003
Favorite Trail:
race course at Northstar Tahoe
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$399.00
Purchased At:
fastwheels
Strengths:
light weight,plush,great handeling fork for the money.
great fork for any downhiller on a budget.if your over 160 lbs. strongly suggest a Marzocchi fork w/ wider stanctions.
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Submitted by
matthew murgatroyd
a Weekend Warrior
from canada Date Reviewed: March 24, 2003
Favorite Trail:
speed way
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
THE BIKE SHOP
Strengths:
sweat fork fot the money they havent given me any trouble yet. look cool with the polished look
Weaknesses:
-the stock springs wrent heavey enugh had to by heaveyer springs. -there is a little bit of flex.
Similar Products Used:
boxxer,sratoes
Bike Setup:
devinci with JR.T pro
Bottom Line:
If you are someone that wants a great fork for little money with 7inches of travel and wont break down on you I would advise you should look into this fork.
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Submitted by
Mike
a Downhiller
from Canada Date Reviewed: March 11, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Six Pack
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
online
Strengths:
let me take a deep breath, as the list goes on. firstly i am at collage and so dont have a full time job, there for i struggle to fund mountain biking, and afford bikes which will cope with the abuse that i throw at them. my point being the price of these forks, i feel that these forks are soo smoothe and sooo plush for the money, they cope with the little and medium stuff with ease, and they still even love the big stuff. i feel that these forks "feel" as good as top end forks such as bokkers, shivvers e.t.c. thus making them extremely good value for money. finaly other people find they have alot of flex in them but mine are set at 6"/150mm of travel and i must say i have never noticed it. one more thing is the strength, whilst i have ha these i have broke a set of cranks, a seat, a stem, a bottom bracket, a collar bone,two wheels have been folded and two rear mechs have gone through the back wheel but the Jnr t's survive no matter what. (for example a near20 ft drop near where i live has cost many parts and injurys, but the forks live to tell the tale
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
Boxxer
Bike Setup:
Rm 7
Bottom Line:
This fork is the best
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Submitted by
Chris Whitey
a Downhiller
from Edmonton alberta canada Date Reviewed: February 15, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Panorama Dh course
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
Revolution Cycle
Strengths:
Sweet ASS fork. the Regular Axle version i ahve is Still Stiff. Lots of travel. nice feeling. Strong. jsut a Wicked Fork
Weaknesses:
none.
Similar Products Used:
Psylo Xc. hahahhaah
Bike Setup:
2001 DEvinci guzzler with a 2002 Jr T Pro. FOR SALE
Bottom Line:
sweet fork. can be used for most things. Hucking,Downhill Racing, and dual slalom.
My bike is for SALE e-mail me. i ahve pictures
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Submitted by
david fox
a Weekend Warrior
from st annes, lancs, uk Date Reviewed: January 11, 2003
Favorite Trail:
rivington pike
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$290.00
Purchased At:
wadescycles
Strengths:
so smooth, no flex, paint very hard-wearing, look amazing, v strong,
Weaknesses:
a bit heavy, internal adjustment
Similar Products Used:
bomber z5, 2001 jr T's, x lite wompa, bomber mxc air
Bike Setup:
Custom Giant AC team 2003
Bottom Line:
I didnt expect these forks to be light- and I was wasnt wrong, but they are so good everywhere else. Compared to my old Z5's there seems to be infinate travel (170mm). I use them on a freeride-setup bike and they work fine, especially down the hill.
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Submitted by
Ben Fenstermaker
a Downhiller
from Wells, Maine Date Reviewed: December 26, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$200.00
Purchased At:
Brettons bike shop
Strengths:
This fork rules i have done 6 ft drops to concreate and it held up (maybe cause in 13 and 98 pds)
Weaknesses:
not adjustable
Similar Products Used:
Rock shock jetts,judy tt, and marzocchi Z.1 wdege
Bike Setup:
Fisher hardtail, EXR full LX components
Bottom Line:
This fork is greate on a hardtail very plush goes through a lot just like all marzocchi forks.
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Submitted by
jack baguley
a Downhiller
from manchester, northwest england Date Reviewed: December 5, 2002
Favorite Trail:
delemere forest, nanac wales
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$290.00
Purchased At:
j e james
Strengths:
let me take a deep breath, as the list goes on. firstly i am at collage and so dont have a full time job, there for i struggle to fund mountain biking, and afford bikes which will cope with the abuse that i throw at them. my point being the price of these forks, i feel that these forks are soo smoothe and sooo plush for the money, they cope with the little and medium stuff with ease, and they still even love the big stuff. i feel that these forks "feel" as good as top end forks such as bokkers, shivvers e.t.c. thus making them extremely good value for money. finaly other people find they have alot of flex in them but mine are set at 6"/150mm of travel and i must say i have never noticed it. one more thing is the strength, whilst i have ha these i have broke a set of cranks, a seat, a stem, a bottom bracket, a collar bone,two wheels have been folded and two rear mechs have gone through the back wheel but the Jnr t's survive no matter what. (for example a near20 ft drop near where i live has cost many parts and injurys, but the forks live to tell the tale!!every time)
Weaknesses:
none except mine imparticular which lost the sticker on the left leg when i took a corner far too wide, going flat out on a downhill course, i got trapped in a fence. ouch you may think.......you would be so right.
Similar Products Used:
freinds forks: boxxers, shivers and monster t's
Bike Setup:
hope c2's, d321 on hope bulb, twenty for seven cranks, modified saracen frenzey frame, its stronger thn yo would think! believe
Bottom Line:
if you, like me have little money, lots of skill and big balls. you will need something cheap, strong, reliable, durable and good looking.
i give these 10/10 for performance and11/10 for value.
they are amazing.
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Submitted by
Sean
a Weekend Warrior
from Bolton, CT, USA Date Reviewed: November 20, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$550.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
everything
Weaknesses:
NONE
Similar Products Used:
NONE
Bike Setup:
bullit w/5th element, mag30, hayes hydro.
Bottom Line:
this fork is so sweet, it can take anything you can throw at it, Like 12ft drops and fast Dh racing this thing is so nice, i wish i had my bros supert tho. but this is a great travel fork for a good price. buy it, ride it, huck it, drop it, and u you will be so happy. this thing can also suck up the bumps.
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Submitted by
kyle
a Downhiller
from go big county usa Date Reviewed: October 28, 2002
Favorite Trail:
the cliffs
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$285.00
Purchased At:
from marzocchi
Strengths:
great for the money \. holds up really well. looks sweet qr compatible
Weaknesses:
no adjustments kinda flexy
Similar Products Used:
z.5 (which i broke in half so marzocchi upgaded me to the jr t for 2.85 bones)
Bike Setup:
stinky deelux with hayes 8 inch xt/xtr ditch witch
Bottom Line:
i have taken 18 foot cliffs and bmx jumps that kick you to over 8 feet in the air and the for has held up really well. marzocchis are the shiz. see ya at the creme puff!!! if your on a budget and want a fork to get you though it all buy the jr t
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Submitted by
Bryan Campbell
a Downhiller
from Telluride, Colorado Date Reviewed: October 23, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Wasatch Trail
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
Anchorage, Alaska
Strengths:
Feels very plush and smooth over big hits. Also quite light weight, so its easy to lift front end.
Weaknesses:
I twisted my arch slightly, and I dont even consider myself to be an aggresive rider. Infact, I ride as much if not more on rocky cross country trails than I do downhill. Cost $107 to replace the arch at the Marzoc. factory. Dont know how this happened - I havent had any major wrecks. Its too fragile for a 7 inch travel fork.
Similar Products Used:
Never ridden with a heavier or longer travel fork
Bike Setup:
2002 Rocky Mountain RM7 Freeride - stock except for 2.5 and 2.8 inch Michellin slow rebound tires.
Bottom Line:
If you weigh at least 150 pounds I would suggest going with a fork which has larger diameter stanchions than the 2002 Jr. T. The 2003 has 32mm stanchions, but if you want a fork that will really be more likely to last under moderate to hard (agressive) riding, than consider the Shiver or Monster T. I plan to upgrade to one of those eventually.
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Submitted by
Pete
a Racer
from Peach State Date Reviewed: October 3, 2002
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Cheap, smooth, easy to service,looks cool on my bike
If you do drops, jumps and anything bighit-wise, this fork is good. Start going downhill over 20 mph and hit a few bumps and it spikes. It feels like it's bottoming out but it isn't. I drilled a couple of holes in the "damper" rod and it had no affect. I'm selling it and getting an '03 Super T. Still, what do you expect for the price?
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Submitted by
NYCbullit
a Weekend Warrior
from NYC Date Reviewed: October 1, 2002
Favorite Trail:
NYC streets to Plattekill baybee!
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$490.00
Purchased At:
Universal Cycles
Strengths:
7" of travel for cheap! Can handle a Hayes 8" rotor (adapter through Universal) and construction is top notch.
Weaknesses:
None really at that price. A little flex on hard hits, but what do you expect with QR's and that much travel?
This is probably the best 7" travel fork you can buy under 500 bucks. The internal rebound adjustments inside are a little annoying but you'll get over it. It's super plush and the seals are great. Put it on and forget about it!
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Submitted by
matt cribb
a Weekend Warrior
from edmonton, alberta, Canada Date Reviewed: September 2, 2002
Favorite Trail:
mtn 7
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
western cycle
Strengths:
totally tweaked feels awsome for almost everything but road use super plush and really great value
Weaknesses:
hard to break in
Similar Products Used:
03 boXXer race
Bike Setup:
01 bullit, 02 jrt pro ,shimano xt components, d321 rims,azonic love seat ,tompson, answer bar, hayes 8/6 inch
Bottom Line:
this is a wicked fork upgraded from a psylo the difference is like night and day
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Submitted by
Justin
a Cross Country Rider
from San Jose, CA, USA Date Reviewed: August 14, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$699.00
Purchased At:
Calabazas Cyclery
Strengths:
Double crown, offset for turning radius, bombproof, looks mean as heck
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Fox forx, cannondale lefty, marzocchi z1, rock shock judy, manitou axel
Great triple crown for the price. I didnt notice the flex everyone was talking about. Super plush, my wrists dont hurt anymore from doing wheelies and downhilling. Tracks extremely well and feels bombproof. Great beginner DH fork, I would buy another even for my hardtail :o) I think they look better than the 03 triple crown marzocchis. I am giving it 5 chilis for value, cause its top notch for a reason, and 5 for overall, I am sold on Marzocchi
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Submitted by
big hit
a Downhiller
from vernon bc Canada eh! Date Reviewed: August 13, 2002
Favorite Trail:
urban
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At:
some shop on Vancouver island
Strengths:
super plush, very nice 7 inches for the money exelent quality
Weaknesses:
a bit o flex but thats about it
Similar Products Used:
other marzocchis single crowns
Bike Setup:
01 giant ds1 5" rear avid cps mechanical discs
Bottom Line:
these forks are the ones! buy them now! if your short on cash but need somethin with big travel and good quality than these are the fork for you!
These forks definetely deserve 5 flaming logs of poo!
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Submitted by
Ian b
a Downhiller
from spokane wa usa Date Reviewed: August 5, 2002
Favorite Trail:
becon
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$599.00
Purchased At:
whellsport on sullivan
Strengths:
plush, light and inexpensive
Weaknesses:
a bit of flex and too soft of springs
Bike Setup:
02 big hit dh only i got cheap and went to th less expensive fork.
Bottom Line:
up grade the springs and make sure that you lower the crowns as much as possible to reduce flex and it is the perfict fork
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Submitted by
Keef
a Downhiller
from Doncaster, England Date Reviewed: July 23, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Wharncliffe
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$299.00
Purchased At:
Extreme
Strengths:
Price Plush 6 - 7" Travel Lightweight
Weaknesses:
Non So far
Similar Products Used:
Pyslo Sl`s
Bike Setup:
Santacruz Bullit with 5th element, Jnr T`s, Mavic, Hope etc
Bottom Line:
My 2001 Pyslo SL`s were lame (soooo bad) so I ordered Super T`s, waited months didnt turn up so got Jnr T`s. Wow what a great fork, OK I only weigh 10.5 stone (147 pound) but I cant feel the flex and these are sooooooo pluuuush. Hammer them downhill, freeride drops, dirt jump (put a bit of pre-load on) they are great.
These are the best forks I`ve had so god knows what the Supers feel like, are the supers really worth the extra?
If you are into Downhill/Freeride and want a lightweight fork that needs little maintainance then get the Jnr T
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Submitted by
SGT. ROCK
a Racer
from Edmonton, AB Date Reviewed: June 28, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
With bike
Strengths:
Plush Stiff Looks great
Weaknesses:
QR20 setup
Bike Setup:
GIANT TCR with Shimano 105 group, ALEX rims, Selle Italia XO saddle ...oops, that my road bike
Bottom Line:
For sheer performance and value, this fork rates a five. However, the Marzocchi QR20 system REALLY bites. Digging out the hex key and removing those two screws every time the front wheel has to come off is frustrating as hell. Why couldn't they come up with something like RS's Tullio?
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Submitted by
Duke
a
from Burlington Ontario Canada Date Reviewed: June 28, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Whistler
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
7 inch travel + read all of the other reviews!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Weaknesses:
stiff when not broken in
Similar Products Used:
Monster T, shiver DC
Bike Setup:
Rocky Mountain RM7
Bottom Line:
Think about it................................. Great for drop offs, good for the occasional launches and jumps. All Free Riders should have this fork. I like it even better than the Monster T. Most people would think otherwise. ........................ ITS THE BEST FREERIDE FORK YOU CAN GET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Submitted by
Josh
a Weekend Warrior
from Canmore, Canada Date Reviewed: June 8, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Rebound Cycle
Strengths:
7" travel plush cheap I would recommend this fork to anyone into freeride, or downhill thats lacking a large bank account.
Weaknesses:
none once they have been properly adjusted, and broken in.
Similar Products Used:
shiver DH, super T, Z1
Bike Setup:
stock RM Switch
Bottom Line:
at first was really soft even on the hardest setting, my brother who is 160lbs was bottoming them out just by pushing on them, and i wiegh 220lbs. but after a few rides with my friends it has finally become stiffer, now i can finally not worry about bottoming them out on anything bigger than 2 foot drops:)
Once the breakin period is finished these forks are awesome:)
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Submitted by
Danny Brody
a Downhiller
from N. Van Date Reviewed: May 31, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Air SuppLy
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$450.00
Purchased At:
ON TOP!!!
Strengths:
Everything, there great 6 inches, strong, never broken...same as super t's w/o dampening or somethin
Weaknesses:
1-2mm flex in fork
Similar Products Used:
Z3 long travels...not to simalar
Bike Setup:
Santacruz bullit w/ junior t's.
Bottom Line:
great fork, cheap for 6 inches yet remaining strong.
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Submitted by
Andy Downing
a Weekend Warrior
from England Date Reviewed: May 5, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Fast High and Dangerous Downhills
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$400000.00
Purchased At:
TWO WHEELS (england)
Strengths:
Everything about them is fantastic. I often do large drop offs and these forks just seem to laugh at me and tell me to try somthing higher. They are just as home on the road or xc which i use them for just as much. And there a fantastic price.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Only ever rode a BMX b4 my mtb
Bike Setup:
SCOTT OCTANE 2002, MARZOCCHI JNR T PRO'S, HOPE ENDURO 4'S SPECIALIZED 02 S-WORKS SADDLE, SHIMANO M575 WHEELS, SHIMANO DRIVETRAIN, SCOTT BARS, WOODMAN STEM.
Bottom Line:
JUST GET SOME. I CANT WAIT TILL THESE BRAKE (IF THEY EVER DO) SO I CAN HAVE AN EXCUSE TO UPGRADE TO SOMETHING BIGGER IN THE MARZOCCHI COLLECTION, IF THERE ANYTHIN LIKE THESE THEY WILL BE AN AMAZING PIECE OF KIT WORTHY OF ANY BIG HIT BUDGET MINDED NUTTY CYCLIST. ACTUALLY BOLLOX TO BUDGET THERE JUST A FANTASTIC FORK FULL STOP..... GET SOME NOW OR FOREVER LIVE YOUR CYCLING LIFE IN REGRET.
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Submitted by
Ride Hard
a
from N.Van Date Reviewed: April 26, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
7inches for such a cheap price - strong with little flex.
Weaknesses:
out of the box this thing sucks. It dives like a Italian footballer. Internal rebound is a pain in the ass too
Similar Products Used:
Z1QR20
Bike Setup:
Big Hit - RF NS Cranks - Double Track rims - Hayes brakes blah blah blah
Bottom Line:
Change to a heavier oil - put in heavier springs - add some spacers so the preload can actually be usefull. Now you have a great fork. I weigh 170lbs, ride hard and found this setup is great for the North Shore.
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Submitted by
Jorge Santos
a Downhiller
from Oeiras-Portugal Date Reviewed: April 24, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Sesimbra (so far)
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
Bici-Action (Portugal)
Strengths:
- 7" of super plush travel - Cheaper and better than many similar forks with less travel - The best fork to buy if you are a downhiller on a low budget (like myself) - Maintenance and servicing (you can replace almost every single part of the fork) - The seals are great (not one drop of oil so far)
Weaknesses:
- A bit flexy but you don't feel it too much when you're rididng - It should come with 20mm thru axle standard (maybe it would take some of the flex off - Internal rebound adjustment (having to take off the top caps every time you want to adjust the rebound and use a "fishing" rod to do it? Nigga, please!! The worst thing is when you adjust it, then ride it, then find out that it's not quite what you wanted and start all over again) - Takes a bit of time to break-in and have the full 7" of travel (this isn't really a weakness)
Similar Products Used:
None comparable, this fork is way beyond those
Bike Setup:
Sintesi bazooka DH '99, Junior T Pro '02, Sram 9.0 Disc Brakes '02, Mavic D521 on Hutchinson Jumbo 2.45 tires, Deore transmission, etc... (like i said, i'm a downhiller on a budget)
Bottom Line:
If you are looking for a cheap fork for your extreme rides that can handle bighits without having to take it to servicing (or worse) every time you huck more than 4' than the 2002 JrT Pro is the one you have to buy.
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Submitted by
corey mang
a Downhiller
from Cooperstown, NY USA Date Reviewed: April 22, 2002
Favorite Trail:
log jam- Rocky Point
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$519.00
Purchased At:
123- Bikes
Strengths:
Can't say enough about this monster of a shock. Awesome strength, durability, quality! You can slam a curb or log at full speed, without feeling a thing. I love the design.
Weaknesses:
Heavy, not able to max out to 7 inches yet!
Similar Products Used:
All types of Bombers, Rock Shox Boxxer, Lefty shocks.
Bike Setup:
Iron Horse, full blown Dh Setup.
Bottom Line:
Here it is. This shock will allow you to surpass those limits that seemed to be set. Fear is gone, speed is key here. Downhill has never seen anything like the Jr. T for this price. Super Shock!
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Submitted by
andrew
a Weekend Warrior
from Vernon BC Date Reviewed: April 12, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$450.00
Purchased At:
Sun Country Cycle
Strengths:
Super plush out of the box,stiff, simple (no loads of adjustments that i'd never use anyway), feels "plusher" than super T, or maybe it's just me.
Weaknesses:
didn't come stock on my bike.
Similar Products Used:
Super T, Shiver DC & SC, DJ 1, Black Elite (peice), Psylo XC
Paid $600 cdn. for it, so a pretty sweet deal for a 7" travel fork. It felt super smooth straight out of the box, only has gotten plusher. Soaks up all of the bumps better than any fork I have ridden (really an unbiased opinion). Kicks @$$ for dirt jumping, with the right preload set. Soaks up the bad landings. In general a sweet fork.
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Submitted by
Jaime Bettername
a Downhiller
from London, UK Date Reviewed: April 2, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Steps, drops, steep things.
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$410.00
Purchased At:
chainreactioncycles
Strengths:
Sooo, sooo plush. And long. And controlled. And beautiful.
Weaknesses:
Umm... no hose guides? Oh, and nowhere does it mention that you are not supposed to be running V's on them (I think - correct me if I'm wrong tho')
Similar Products Used:
My old RST Hi-5's (giggles to self), numerous single crowns for comparison (psylos, bombers...)
Bike Setup:
98 Marin B-17 (there's an AWEFUL lot of them in here!), Stratos Helix Expert, D312s+deore discs, Hope C2, blahblahblah. Do you really care what BB I have? I don't.
Bottom Line:
(Got the regular QR version, btw)
Face it, I ride street & StuffIReallyShouldn't but I can't be bothered carting around the extra weight of the properproper DH forks - but these hit the spot just right! As everyone's saying, right out of the box these just feel right - seems like someone must have pre-bedded them in with added "Confidence Booster" or something 'cos they take the hits like Mom used to (if she rode).
For the cashish, theres nothing out there to even get in sight of touching them, let alone coming close... 5!
Now... if only I could get the rear to match the front...
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Submitted by
greg thorne
a Downhiller
from UK Date Reviewed: March 26, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Eastridge 2001
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
Terrain cycles, at the bike show 2002
Strengths:
loads of travel, wide range of adjustabilty, they can soak up anythin you throw at them. super plush straight out of the box.
Weaknesses:
take a long time to set preload to riders weight.
Similar Products Used:
a few mates' bombers
Bike Setup:
marin b17 (15"), mavic d521 rims on ovation hubs. twenty four seven cranks+chainwheel.x-lite bars, tioga stem.
Bottom Line:
damn good forlk for the money, i will never change producers. beginers and pros should definately buy them. super plush straight out of the box.
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Submitted by
ben
a Downhiller
from b'ham, england Date Reviewed: March 19, 2002
Favorite Trail:
kinver dh
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$280.00
Purchased At:
cycleshopsmart
Strengths:
Absolutely amazing at this price, they have the quality of forks much higher in price. Out of the box they're great. But then then got even plusher that that. The length of the fork is great for dh. The travel will give you loadsa confidence i garuntee. Just buy them.
Weaknesses:
Ah well, although i don't really notice it when riding they flex really bad. I think the qr20 would be good though. I just couldn't be arsed to spash out on a new hub aswell.
Similar Products Used:
Hanebrink lt8. I actually prefer they're action above the lt8's but then i guess thats down 2 preference.
Bike Setup:
marin b17, fox shock, juniors up front, world force, dmr and some crap bits aswell.
Bottom Line:
well worth the cash. I got em 4 £280 but i'd still pay full price 4 em, maybe even more. buy them.
These beasts well deserve five flaming dog turds.
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Submitted by
Michael Bennett
a
from Tempe Date Reviewed: March 15, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$599.00
Purchased At:
www.beyondbikes.com
Strengths:
7" of travel...looks so cool. I think it's pretty stiff for being an extra long travel fork with no thru axle. Front end landings are no problem if you screw up...it can take it. Its also pretty light for a dual crown. Price is definately a strength.
Weaknesses:
None yet
Similar Products Used:
Z1 MCR, Psylo and a bunch other forks...this is my first dual crown though.
Bike Setup:
Giant AC 2, Junior T, Hayes, Shimano, Race Face, Mavic, Primo pedals, Mountain speed
Bottom Line:
This fork is just what I needed on my bike. I launch off things with much more confidence now, knowing the fork can take the really big hits and drops. Buy it if your looking for you first dual crown fork.
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Submitted by
Andrew McIntosh
a Downhiller
from Edinburgh(Scotland) Date Reviewed: March 13, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Inerleithen,AE
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$355.00
Purchased At:
Alpine Bikes
Strengths:
The fork is amazing out of the box, even without having to bed it in it's super plush. With the 170mm travel it soakes up everything you throw at it.
Weaknesses:
You can't get it with a 20mm bolt through axle. Apart from that none.
Similar Products Used:
2000 Monster T's, RST, Stratos
Bike Setup:
Coyote DH3 frame, Easton bars, Shimano groupset+brakes, IRC tyres, Mavic rims, World Force stem.
Bottom Line:
Marzocci are amazing i'll never change fork make again. This fork is great, if you're a beginner or pro buy it you cant go wrong. It has'nt got much ajustability but this makes it easier to operate, who cares when it has the performance and travel of a pro shock. It's got magnesium sliders, 170mm travel loads of space for 3" tyres and disc or v'brake ready. I have been most impressed with the seals as Living in Scotland where it rains half the time I have clearly seen the these great seals in action against the worst of weather.
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Submitted by
Andrew
a Downhiller
from Connecticut Date Reviewed: March 4, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
lbs
Strengths:
super plush travel, and a lot of it. has good turning radius. PRICE
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
other bombers, boxxer 151, various manitou
Bike Setup:
'02 SC Bullit, King no-threadset, rhyno lites
Bottom Line:
This fork eats up drop after drop after drop and does not complain. can climb pretty well too. the superior turning radius helps on balance beams and technical drops. You cant buy a better 7' travel fork for the money.
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Submitted by
Rob
a Downhiller
from UK Date Reviewed: February 28, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$315.00
Purchased At:
westend cycles
Strengths:
Super plush, full stated travel, and they look so damn good :)
Weaknesses:
weight i guess but if you're looking for a 7" fork i', sure weight is not an issue.... SLIGHT flex under heavy breaking
Similar Products Used:
RST hi5 (poo), z4 air 100 sport (great fork for price)
Bike Setup:
6" travel back, 7" front, XT kit throughout, mavic disc rims on hope bulb, hope c2 back, enduro4 front
Bottom Line:
this fork is the business!!!
just get it!!!
definatly 5 flaming dog turds all round :)
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Submitted by
Matt Deshaies
a Weekend Warrior
from Montreal Quebec Date Reviewed: February 23, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Any
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
avp
Strengths:
Plush,Travel,not bad adjusments it can take 6foot drops into flat without bottoming out
Weaknesses:
a little on the flexy side but the qr20 would be better i just wanted to save some money
Similar Products Used:
boxxer 6in was not as plush as this
Bike Setup:
Norco Team DH 2002 race face crank tioga stem & bar 321rims Jr.t 7in hayes purple 8in xt hubs xtr der
Bottom Line:
i felt that this fork helped me improuve my hucking abilaties.If you want a good dh urban fork for a good price with 7in for 750+taxes can. or like 500us THIS FORK KIX ASS!!! AND THATS THE BOTTOM LINE BECAUSE STONE COLD SAYED SO!!!!!!
p.s kick ass fork!!!!
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Submitted by
DivineSyndrome
a Downhiller
from US of MoFo'n A Date Reviewed: February 18, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
1800BikePro.com
Strengths:
PLUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUSH. 5.7 lbs... not too shabby for a FreeRide/DH fork. I bought this one (instead of the Monster T per se) because I didn't want 20mm hubs, works great.
Weaknesses:
None found so far. A great fork w/ a great price.
Similar Products Used:
Judy XL Longtravel (crap), various Bombers and a few Foes.
Bike Setup:
'99 Mongoose NX 9-7 Pro (before they turned to Walmart junk), Hayes Hydro DH brakes, Panaracers, RaceFace Next cranks (isis splined), XT components, and various other goodies.
Bottom Line:
PLUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUSH.
Buy it monkey.
As a smasher, I'd recommend this fork. Not the greatest on climbs but it is a great deal.
The most important component to me is this fork, besides my frame, cranks, and rims. (LOL... obviously)
This bad mo-fo gets 5 flamin' chilis.
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Submitted by
Jay Syvanen
a
from San diego, CA Date Reviewed: February 14, 2002
I bought these forks for £320 and they are worth every penny. Even on my hartail it steers reasonably, this is especially suprising for such a long fork. Buy these forks, they wont let you down (remember to fit the 170mm springs though, and get the stiff ones), they soak up everything you can throw at them. Great value.
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Submitted by
greg
a Weekend Warrior
from califoornia Date Reviewed: January 27, 2002
Favorite Trail:
chola trail
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$520.00
Purchased At:
adrenaline bikes
Strengths:
lets see...everything, nice and soft, super plush. absolutely no stiction. great for freeriding and drops
Weaknesses:
little soft for my 170lbs, thats my fault and easily fixable little dive when braking, might not happen w/ v's
Similar Products Used:
suntour crap and other budget bike forks
Bike Setup:
k2 evo 3.0, v-drive crank, xt disc on rhyno lites, magura julie discs(2002)
Bottom Line:
the is possibly the best 500 you'll ever spend. it will not only improve your skills, but it will mke your bike look badass. buy one and you wont be dissapointed. if you are concerned about wieght i wouldnt reccommend this, but someone whos interested in it shouldnt be.
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Submitted by
Crazy Colin
a Downhiller
from Monterey Date Reviewed: January 23, 2002
Favorite Trail:
ALL RIDEABLE
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$575.00
Purchased At:
kalomtb.com
Strengths:
Strong, plush, 7", doesn't piss me off!
Weaknesses:
AHEM... none
Similar Products Used:
2001 Jr.
Bike Setup:
FSR factory D/H
Bottom Line:
Let me see here buy this fork... yeah If you weren't gonna buy this fork BUY IT ANYWAY
If you don't buy this fork THATS YOUR PROBLEM!
Strong, 7", No BS from Marzocchi, Cheapest Price-to-travel ratio ever, I could say a lot
JUST BUY THE FORK AND QUIT READING THIS CAUSE ITS THE END
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Submitted by
James Bedard
a Downhiller
from Kanata, Ontario, CAN Date Reviewed: January 15, 2002
Super T '01 Boxxer (sorta) Feels like Monster T without the beefy stanchions!
Bike Setup:
2002 VPS Launch (stock)
Bottom Line:
This is the greatest performing fork i have ever seriously owned! It's so plush and at first felt like i was gonna bottom out but it was just instincts and it was because i never owned a doubl crowned fork! i will update soon once i can get out from the snow!!! great fork though guys/gals and if you have any questions or need any info on the VPS Launch '02 or the Jr. T don't be afraid to e-mail! Another interesting fact is on the NORCO website they say it is a custom Jr.T with only 6" of travel!!!!:( no way!:) it is full 7" of pure rock soaking travel! To summorize in one word: AMAZING!!!!
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Submitted by
Gordy
a Downhiller
from North Bend Wa Date Reviewed: December 30, 2001
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Everything.....
Weaknesses:
let me see.....ummmmmm none!
Similar Products Used:
z1 mcr
Bike Setup:
giant ac2 freeride
Bottom Line:
It's a great fork it can do anything you want it to ....just point and shoot. the only problem I have is that my stem is too shortbut that,s my problem not the fork.It's better than i ever expected.makes it all super smooth.If you have tyhought about buying one do it ya won't regret it!
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Submitted by
Will
a Downhiller
from Vancouver Date Reviewed: December 6, 2001
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
everything...this beast of a fork is unbeatable! perfect for freeriders who dont want the beefy stanchions of the monster t's but still want 7" of travel. This fork is so plush
Weaknesses:
nuthin...
Similar Products Used:
2001 Jr.t
Bike Setup:
2001 stinky primo
Bottom Line:
this fork performs like a starved bum it is wonderful! not only that it looks so good as well. on my stinky primo it looks so cool. i hucked 5 huge stairs ( i had to clear about 20 feet from lip of stairs to grass) and i hardly noticed anything...even with my z.1 mcr's last year i had to try to get it over the stairs. BUY THIS FORK YOU WILL IMPROVE YOUR RIDING AND HUCKING SKILLS
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Submitted by
Scott
a Downhiller
from Meadow Vista, CA Date Reviewed: November 11, 2001
Favorite Trail:
dowieville
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Buds Bikes in roseville
Strengths:
Very plush. Rides like a cadalac. With this fork all you have to do is point it in the direction you want to go and it will take care of the rest.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Jr T, boxxer, hanebrink, white brothers 130
Bike Setup:
D.B. X 10, Mrp chain guide, XT, Hayes, and some other great stuff.
Bottom Line:
This is the fork you want if you don't want to spend a whole bunch of money by by changing to through axle. It has the same great performance as other forks.
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Submitted by
Kyle
a Downhiller
from Cal. Date Reviewed: November 10, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Karpiel at North Star
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$599.00
Purchased At:
Cambria
Strengths:
everything is good about this fork. It is a kick ass fork!!!!!!!
Weaknesses:
Its weakness is that it doesn't come with a 20mm through axle. You have to buy a new hub.
Similar Products Used:
z3 qr20
Bike Setup:
it is set up for free ride or downhill.
Bottom Line:
the bottem line is that this fork is the best you can get for under $600. This fork gives you 63/4 to 7 in. of travel. It is the best
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