I know I'm the one who first posted about the deal on the Joker XC from Cambria but after some thought and as much as I liked my Joker I can't recommend the XC version Cambria is selling unless you are under 150 lbs and ride easy. It has the old style welded swingarm yoke that had issues with cracking from torsional loads. I would go with the Azonic.dirtpaws said:Anyone here pick up one of those Joker XC frames from Cambria?
I am curious about how the Manitou QR shock performs. Been looking around for a solid XC frame and came down to this or the Azonic Propulsion. Neither of which I can test ride because both are mail order specials. Read all the reviews and did my search, but was just wondering if any one had any fresh thoughts on the XC.
If ya got pics, would great appreciate the eye candy.
Good ol' JM trying to stir up the Ells warranty debate (rant) againJm. said:doesn't it come with a warrenty though?
Where is Steve3?
Yes, it would be fun to have all the regulars back for another debat - err I mean argument .SSINGA said:Good ol' JM trying to stir up the Ells warranty debate (rant) again
about Ells warranty? Jm, you are your usual miserable self again?Trevor! said:Yes, it would be fun to have all the regulars back for another debat - err I mean argument .
you didnt give me that much time anyway...Jm. said:Wow, 3 whole months. You must be proud.
I have a buddy who is seriously considering the Joker XC. He's about 185 lbs. and it sounds like you're not very confident in this frame due to past experiences. His other option is a Heckler. I know that'll be beefy enough for him and he won't be breaking that. I'll have to recommend the Heckler (as much as it hurts NOT to recommend a good ol' Ells) for now. Thanks for the heads up on this frame and the 'old style welded swingarm.'SSINGA said:I know I'm the one who first posted about the deal on the Joker XC from Cambria but after some thought and as much as I liked my Joker I can't recommend the XC version Cambria is selling unless you are under 150 lbs and ride easy. It has the old style welded swingarm yoke that had issues with cracking from torsional loads. I would go with the Azonic.
If you still decide to go this route I think there are some pics in the "show your Ells" thread.
