Originally Posted by
Kapusta
Why the need for a suspension fork? Is it that much better than a rigid fork? Are you increasing your skill level with suspension? Do you need to ride rough rocky MTB trails? Do you need to spend the extra money on a bike like this?
The answer to your questions and the above are essentially the same.
you know whats weird is lately I've been seeing more people ride cross and gravel bikes with rigid forks and drop bars lately. after riding a rigid fork for a year I wouldn't go back. Mine is a cheap coil fork and its tons better than where I started.
to original poster;
I ride with a guy who rides full suspension its just smoother on drops rocky climbs etc. It changes the experience totally. Its not really needed but nice to have if you can get one. I'll stick to my hard tail for now but one day I'd probably get one.