Originally posted by stinkyonions
you might want to take a look at the current iron horse models. i think there is a slick deal, sgs export which comes in around $1500 usd. i think you might be only to get works which offer travel reduction than a full lockout for freeride and bashing forks. i could be completely wrong though. i know the marzocchi z1 goes to about 80mm??. another option would be contacting ben @ unrealcycles.com. i am talking with him about getting a new rig and he is beyond helpful and will help spec out a bike within your budget and he has plenty of experience. they also ship internationally.
Z1 has a lockout to 20mm but there is no reduction in travel kit. It is 5inches.