views on eXotic Rigid Alu MTB fork

Tony Universe
Tony Universe Posts: 14
edited January 2008 in Workshop
I'm converting an old MTB for commuting use. I've seen these on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/eXotic-Rigid-Alu- ... dZViewItem

but know nothing about them. I tempted, they look nice, but does anyone have any experience with them?

Maybe this should go on the MTB forum?
Universe

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  • passout
    passout Posts: 4,425
    I don't know this make. I'd go for planet x carbon forks myself or perhaps Kona Project 2s. See www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk.
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  • Tony Universe
    Tony Universe Posts: 14
    Thanks passout.

    I did look at the planet x forks, but in the end I plumped for something a bit different, Echo Control from Tarty Bikes:
    http://www.tartybikes.co.uk/product.php?id=2131

    This was after reflection that some times the bike will be used on some fairly rough terrain and often heavily laden, so I wanted something strong rather than just lightweight. I've got hold of them now, and despite the amazing thickness of the steerer tube the weight is pretty good. I reckon they are porbably totally overbuilt for what I'm using them for, but I think they look pretty cool.
    Universe
  • cooper.michael1
    cooper.michael1 Posts: 1,787
    Kona P2's....classics, ive had some for 3 years now, spot on...you can get them for about £40 from wiggle.

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