I have an '03 Rincon, and am looking to replace the ****ty stock RST Cappa.
Background info: I am 6'3" and 200lbs. Therefore, I need a stiff shock. Also, I am a novice (at best) cross country/trail rider, and I do not plan to buy a more competative bike later on.
The rules:
1) Must be less than $300
2) Bang for the buck is a big deal for poor folk like me.
I have found three forks to compare, if you have another suggestion please let me know.
-----Manitou Black Sport----
These 100mm travel Manitou Black Sport forks are ideal for use on your long-travel cross-country or trailbike. Coil springs in tandem with Manitou's Fluid Flow damping produce silky smooth travel, while the Reverse Arch magnesium cast lowers keep the front end stiff and tracking straight and true.
Features externally adjustable preload and rebound, as well as a lockout knob so you can climb without bobbing then let 'er rip on the downhills.
This fork offers 74mm post mounts for disc brakes. 1 1/8" threadless steerer fits most modern mountain bikes.
Travel: 100 mm
Weight: 4.3 pounds, uncut steerer
Spring: Coil
Adjustments: Preload, Rebound, Lockout
Stanchion Tubes: 30mm Aluminum
$200
----RockShox Pilot XC----
The 2003 Pilot XC from Rock Shox is a sweet cross-country fork utilizing a single sided coil spring with air assist. The positive air pressure is adjustable via schrader valve so you can tune the fork to precisely suit your weight.
The Pilot XC inherits SID inspired magnesium lower legs that are lightweight and stiff. The crown is a lightweight aluminum forging, while the HC2 damping offers a broad linear adjustment range with a dramatic reduction in fade. 28mm chromed steel upper tubes run butter smooth without the need for boots. Chromoly steerer tube is super strong.
Fork features both V-Brake® and international standard disc brake mounts. Max tire size 2.1". 1 1/8" steerer fits most modern mountain bikes.
Travel: 80/100 mm via internal spacer
Weight: 4.38 lbs (uncut steerer tube)
Spring: Coil with air assist
Adjustments: Internal HC2 damping, positive air pressure
Stanchion Tubes: Chromed steel
$149
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------Answer Manitou '03 Axel Comp ATB Fork-------
This fork is an outstanding value for the sport rider and entry level racer. 28.6mm Cromoly stanchions with Manitou's exclusive Magnesium RA outers and forged aluminum crown with black satin anodized finish. Extras include convertible travel from 80 to 100mm, preload adjustment, externally adjustable Fluid Flow damping and Microlube port. Steel steer tube. 4.2 lbs.
$129
And there you have it.
Thank you all for you time and your help.
Chris.
Background info: I am 6'3" and 200lbs. Therefore, I need a stiff shock. Also, I am a novice (at best) cross country/trail rider, and I do not plan to buy a more competative bike later on.
The rules:
1) Must be less than $300
2) Bang for the buck is a big deal for poor folk like me.
I have found three forks to compare, if you have another suggestion please let me know.
-----Manitou Black Sport----
These 100mm travel Manitou Black Sport forks are ideal for use on your long-travel cross-country or trailbike. Coil springs in tandem with Manitou's Fluid Flow damping produce silky smooth travel, while the Reverse Arch magnesium cast lowers keep the front end stiff and tracking straight and true.
Features externally adjustable preload and rebound, as well as a lockout knob so you can climb without bobbing then let 'er rip on the downhills.
This fork offers 74mm post mounts for disc brakes. 1 1/8" threadless steerer fits most modern mountain bikes.
Travel: 100 mm
Weight: 4.3 pounds, uncut steerer
Spring: Coil
Adjustments: Preload, Rebound, Lockout
Stanchion Tubes: 30mm Aluminum
$200
----RockShox Pilot XC----
The 2003 Pilot XC from Rock Shox is a sweet cross-country fork utilizing a single sided coil spring with air assist. The positive air pressure is adjustable via schrader valve so you can tune the fork to precisely suit your weight.
The Pilot XC inherits SID inspired magnesium lower legs that are lightweight and stiff. The crown is a lightweight aluminum forging, while the HC2 damping offers a broad linear adjustment range with a dramatic reduction in fade. 28mm chromed steel upper tubes run butter smooth without the need for boots. Chromoly steerer tube is super strong.
Fork features both V-Brake® and international standard disc brake mounts. Max tire size 2.1". 1 1/8" steerer fits most modern mountain bikes.
Travel: 80/100 mm via internal spacer
Weight: 4.38 lbs (uncut steerer tube)
Spring: Coil with air assist
Adjustments: Internal HC2 damping, positive air pressure
Stanchion Tubes: Chromed steel
$149
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------Answer Manitou '03 Axel Comp ATB Fork-------
This fork is an outstanding value for the sport rider and entry level racer. 28.6mm Cromoly stanchions with Manitou's exclusive Magnesium RA outers and forged aluminum crown with black satin anodized finish. Extras include convertible travel from 80 to 100mm, preload adjustment, externally adjustable Fluid Flow damping and Microlube port. Steel steer tube. 4.2 lbs.
$129
And there you have it.
Thank you all for you time and your help.
Chris.
