i'm not a mountain biker but my better half is. he picked up a set of judy's for about 300 quid and has raved about them sence. think they are designed for heavier riders and he's by no means a heavy rider. he did have to reajust the tensions in them for his weight when we first had them installed on his bike. (it's a downhill) but after he tighten things down he's been happy w/ them. they do require daily cleaning and oil before and after every ride. so if your not into maintainance look into something that has hydrolic covers.

hope you find something nice your happy w/

cheers
kat