Need help finding 100mm Air Fork

Sounds like a tall order...a lightweight air fork for around $200. Problem is, just because it's an air fork doesn't mean it's lightweight. The RockShox Tora line of air forks are typically in the 5lb range. Has more to do with the fork materials than with the internals. I think you will have trouble finding anything in the 4lb range for that price without going the ebay/craigslist used route.

If you want to relax your specs a little, how about trying this one from JensonUSA:

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/FK268A23-Rockshox+Recon+Silver+Tk+Coil+Fork+11.aspx

The Recon's are one of the more under-rated forks out there and at 4.9lbs aren't total pigs. They are adjustable and you can swap the springs for lighter/stiffer ones as well.

Good luck in your search.

MTBmoose

.40AET said:

I've been scouring the internet for 4 weeks trying to find a deal on a 100mm fork for my son's project bike. Disc mount and doesn't need to have v-brake posts. I'm trying to stay around $200. I could get a cheap coil fork, but they weigh a ton and don't have the adjustment capabilities as he grows.

Help me hook him up!!!

Thanks!!

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This is the closest thing I could find with a decent review and under 4 pounds (manufacturers spec) and disc only. $231.25. Relatively new company but seem to be getting fairly good reviews.

X-Fusion Velour R

http://www.upgradecycle.com/x-fusion-velour-11419.html?___store=default

Might be worth researching and checking out ..

C..

http://classifieds.mtbr.com/showproduct.php?product=61624&cat=8

http://classifieds.mtbr.com/showproduct.php?product=61546&cat=8

I like the looks of the X-Fusion. If I have to go over budget, I would rather do it on a new fork, that doesn't weep oil. The under 4 pounds part is awesome. Building an inexpensive lightweight bike for a young rider is hard. He's on a tank right now. The only thing that's worse is his little brother's bike is smaller and weighs more.

Thanks!!!!

That 2008 Reba is a good deal, and probably the best you're going to find for around $200. Even a new Tora SL Solo Air is going to run over $300, and the Reba will have better adjustment and is lighter, plus has a pop-loc remote.

http://classifieds.mtbr.com/showproduct.php?product=61624&cat=8

I had real good luck with the X-Fusion O2 PVA rear shock I had, and their customer service was awesome. I would have zero reservations on picking up a X-Fusion fork.

The X-Fusion Enix forks are in stock right now too... Puts you at $295.00 but is brand new with a 2 year warranty. WIth the Enix you get a lockout unlike the Velour R.

http://www.x-fusion-shox.com/product.php?pa=14&pb=d4464e37e356b17a05c41c9f5e63c0e6

how about this? it's definitely a starter fork, but it's air, under 4lbs and is more than enough for a starter bike.
http://cgi.ebay.com/RST-First-Air-Damping-Pre-Load-Lock-Out-MTN-XC-FORK-/140519611883?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20b79f1deb

or this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/SR-Suntour-10-Raidon-LOD-15QLC-MTB-Fork-26-Air-100mm-/270627422555?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f02a6c15b
suntour currently makes marzocchi parts as well.

or this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Shox-Recon-Gold-TK-9mm-QR-26-air-100mm-lock-Fork-/110640679517?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19c2b2ca5d

this is actually pretty easy.

saturnine said:

how about this? it's definitely a starter fork, but it's air, under 4lbs and is more than enough for a starter bike.
http://cgi.ebay.com/RST-First-Air-Damping-Pre-Load-Lock-Out-MTN-XC-FORK-/140519611883?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20b79f1deb

or this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/SR-Suntour-10-Raidon-LOD-15QLC-MTB-Fork-26-Air-100mm-/270627422555?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f02a6c15b
suntour currently makes marzocchi parts as well.

or this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Shox-Recon-Gold-TK-9mm-QR-26-air-100mm-lock-Fork-/110640679517?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19c2b2ca5d

this is actually pretty easy.

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The one thing to take into consideration with forks from RST and Suntour is customer service. RST is notorious for complete lack of customer service, Suntour has sucked in the past but maybe they are better now. I know first hand both X-Fusion and SRAM have really good customer service.

Suntour is a 15mm thru axle, which might work depending on the wheels he plans on using.

The RST is already cut so he'd have to be careful making sure it'll work with the headtube of the frame he's using.

The Recon would be $298 buy it now + shipping .. well above the proposed $200 budget and is already cut as well so again headtube length would come into play.

Good to see peeps trying to help tho!

C..

customer service is only an issue if it's an issue.

what's wrong with the forks posted from the classifieds?

that's not for me to decide.

saturnine, I was asking the OP since he didn't seem keen on my suggestion. As long as the damper isn't shot, RS forks are cheap to rebuild if you do the work yourself and get your air seals from mcmaster.

makes sense

Forgot to mention....the wheels are Mavic Crossrides with a 9mm quick release.

Enix or Velour?

Hi GeekNOut,

Can you tell what is the mechanical difference between the Enix and the new Velour?
I know the Velour is lighter and has more options, but what would make the Velour perform better in a QR 100 mm comparison?

67ghia

I have a suntour epicon tad 100 140, I have been using it for about a year and its better and lighter than anything else in the price 1800 grams and its a air fork the only problem is you need to get fork lube and clean and lube after every ride. The service is ok no problems emails always answered. I like the fork for a budget am fork it does the job good.