Originally Posted by
Sinker
OK, so what does that mean on the trail? I've got a semi-entry level hardtail with a cheap fork. If I shell out the money for a fork upgrade (assuming I could find one that would work with v-brakes), I'll get a more advanced hydraulic system, more adjustability and better feel, right? So when I leave the parking lot and come to the first spot that has a bunch of forearm-sized roots, what difference will I notice? Then when I have to clear a 10" diameter log...how will that be different? After that is a small rock garden, then a little downhill bobsled-ish slalom deal.
I guess I'm asking what does an upgraded suspension fork actually do better than a low-end one?
Ajustability is a big thing yeah.
The stability i guess is one way to put it...You can have preload, sag and rebound how it should be amd you won't feel like you're going to washout each turn.
I know i felt more confident on a decent fork than your low end RST job, the adjustability enables you to set it ow you want it for you ride - almost perfect. And many, if not most XC forks these days are V Brake compatible.