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03-25-02, 09:25 PM
I am looking to upgrade my front suspension to one of the following three (as the subject indicates): Manitou Black Elite 100/120, Marzocchi MXC-ECC, or Rockshox Duke SL. I've done some research on MTBreview.com and there seems to be mixed feelings about RockShox's and Manitou's quality of forks.
As for the Manitou Black, I was hoping to find out what their "Quick Range TPC" meant. Also, can the forks travel be changed from 100mm to 120mm on the fly (or does it require some internal adjustments)?
I was wondering out of the three, which fork would be the best deal and best suited for my style of riding (of course, if you have any other suggestions, feel free to include them). I'm a realtively light biker (~125 lbs). There are many uphills in my area (Mission Peak, Mt. Diablo) so maybe lock out would work better for me. Also I enjoy bombing downhill sections whenever I get the chance. However, by no means am I a freerider/dhiller--I have yet to take any types of drop-offs (at this time in life, I still value beauty :D ). Also currently I am riding a KHS ST Pro. The steering, to me, is a bit too responsive so I do not mind slacking the angle a bit.
Any info is appreciated!
-SofaKing
As for the Manitou Black, I was hoping to find out what their "Quick Range TPC" meant. Also, can the forks travel be changed from 100mm to 120mm on the fly (or does it require some internal adjustments)?
I was wondering out of the three, which fork would be the best deal and best suited for my style of riding (of course, if you have any other suggestions, feel free to include them). I'm a realtively light biker (~125 lbs). There are many uphills in my area (Mission Peak, Mt. Diablo) so maybe lock out would work better for me. Also I enjoy bombing downhill sections whenever I get the chance. However, by no means am I a freerider/dhiller--I have yet to take any types of drop-offs (at this time in life, I still value beauty :D ). Also currently I am riding a KHS ST Pro. The steering, to me, is a bit too responsive so I do not mind slacking the angle a bit.
Any info is appreciated!
-SofaKing