Mountain Biking - 100mm Fork recommendations
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I have begun to build a new XC hardtail. I need recommendations for a good 100mm fork. I don't go and bigger than a 4 foot drop. I was looking at a Reba SL or Manitou Skareb Platinum. What would you recommend? Feel free to recommend something else as well.
Ricardo
12-18-06, 12:16 PM
Fox F100. A bit pricey but worth every penny.
Ricardo
born2bahick
12-18-06, 12:25 PM
Something about 4 foot drops on an XC bike, makes me want to suggest a RS Totem!
I rarely hit, let alone find a 4 foot drop where I ride but 2 foot is pretty common as well as log piles up to 4 feet tall.
I'm pretty happy with my F100x but for just xc riding and not race specific I would go with a F100RLC (http://www.speedgoat.com/product.asp?part=118986&cat=160&brand=303).
Something about 4 foot drops on an XC bike, makes me want to suggest a RS Totem!
Yah, I have a Totem on my road bike. It takes out the chatter.:D
born2bahick
12-18-06, 01:09 PM
Yah, I have a Totem on my road bike. It takes out the chatter.:D
Yeah that chip seal can get rough at times!
Sorry I didn't mention I don't have that much $$$ for a Fox. I'm shopping mostly on Ebay.
If you have to choose between reba and skareb, go with the reba. Heavier, but with 4mm thicker stanchions it won't flex like skareb.
My RS tora 318 is fine for me and I occasionaly do some small drops with it. Pricepoint has it for cheap, but this fork would probably handle better, and it is cheaper: http://pricepoint.com/detail/15714-315_ROCR36-3-Parts-59-Forks/Accessories/Rockshox-Recon-327-Solo-Air-100-Suspension-Fork-'06.htm]
mikeE46
12-18-06, 03:07 PM
I love my Fox f100
but if you have enough money then, how about Pace 39XC ?
check this out.
https://www.pacecycles.com/product.asp?catID=2&subcat=463#
taylor p
12-18-06, 03:07 PM
this would probly work finehttp://cgi.ebay.com/Marzocchi-EXR-Suspension-Fork-1-1-8-x200mm-NOS-OEM_W0QQitemZ140065060720QQihZ004QQcategoryZ58085QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
pinkrobe
12-18-06, 04:12 PM
I vote for the Reba Race. Darn good fork for the money...
roccobike
12-18-06, 07:04 PM
I'm reading this thread and was real glad to see the F100 recommended because I just bought one on ebay. I'm not the OP and am not highjacking the thread, but it would have been a real bummer to see a post that said, "don't buy a Fox".
Edit: By the way, the fork I'm replacing is a Manitou Splice.
wheelhot
12-18-06, 07:27 PM
between Manitou and Rock Shox Reba, I choose REBA but if I can buy a new fork it would be a Fox F100X
Siu Blue Wind
12-19-06, 03:07 PM
You're cheating, EJ. I know how to do it now.
born2bahick
12-19-06, 05:07 PM
how? How?
Mickinator
12-20-06, 08:56 AM
Id go with a rockshox pike tbh or one of the new argyles, theyr 100mm
Proximo
12-20-06, 10:15 AM
jensonusa.com has the 2006 Marzocchi MX Comp ETA/TAS 100-120 on sale for $200 and the 2006 MX Pro ETA/TAS 100-120 for $271. These are rock solid forks for good prices. You will likely be able to find them for less on ebay sooner or later but Jenson USA is a reputable online seller.
Check out the reviews on mtbr.com.
I have ordered the 2006 Marzocchi MX Pro ETA/TAS that proximo suggested. Should be here next week.
samster143
12-25-06, 01:29 AM
Just got F100RLC it is great!! I would recommend this one. Don't know about the others mentioned.
wheelhot
12-25-06, 01:44 AM
Oo, congrats and Merry X'Mas!!! Pics of your new fork!!!
WannaGetGood
12-26-06, 03:06 PM
Something about 4 foot drops on an XC bike, makes me want to suggest a RS Totem!
A totem for a 4 foot drop? Holy crap. I hit around 6 footers with a 100mm fork. But whatever makes you feel comfortable is always right.
rea1high
12-28-06, 11:28 AM
the pace are nice. but sometimes pace can be a bit hit and miss in terms of quality control.
i sent my first 2 pairs back for various reasons but they pair i have now are sweet!
Well here's the new fork installed on the bike I'm building over the winter.
probable556
12-31-06, 08:18 PM
Well here's the new fork installed on the bike I'm building over the winter.
Are the wheels different sizes?
No, the picture was taken at an angle. They are off my FS I just used them to align the brake calipers.
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