I have been riding a 02 marzocchi dirt jumper 2 for a couple of months and i think it is great. i know it has a lot of travel for XC applications but if you set it up right it really is a sweet fork for all around riding. If you have a shop order it from the factory they can adjust the oil viscosity and level and have it set up for your style of riding and size. Just my 2cents.<br />E.P.