need forks for a scott high octane freeride
KIFFY
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hi guys, ive got a 2004 model scott high octane freeride.. i know its quite old now, but i bought it in 05 and havent riden it due to my health for two and a half years.. infact after my previous bike which i rode everyday this ones like new
anyway im looking at getting back into it but need to sort a problem ive had since ive had the bike, im a lard ars*ed rider and the manitou sherman forks it came with are way to soft for me.. a few years ago i tried to get a firming kit for it but no one had stock.. here or in the states..
so now im thinking ill invest in a new set of forks and am after some reccomendations.. there are a few things that will effect my choice so i thought id put it to you guys and see what you think..
firstly my current 2004 manitou sherman (i think breakout) forks have a big steerer, much larger than normal forks so ill need a fork the same size.. ive looked for specs on them to find the size but cant find anything.. anyone know?
secondly, even though before my health problems i rode daily for 11 years even commuting to work i dont know how much ill be using the bike now so i dont want to spend a fortune,,
thirdly, to suit my current setup itll need to be a 20mm axle and disc brake compatible
lastly ill need a fork that can either be tightened up so a lard arse like me doesnt bob around like a fool or one i can get a firming kit for
any ideas?
anyway im looking at getting back into it but need to sort a problem ive had since ive had the bike, im a lard ars*ed rider and the manitou sherman forks it came with are way to soft for me.. a few years ago i tried to get a firming kit for it but no one had stock.. here or in the states..
so now im thinking ill invest in a new set of forks and am after some reccomendations.. there are a few things that will effect my choice so i thought id put it to you guys and see what you think..
firstly my current 2004 manitou sherman (i think breakout) forks have a big steerer, much larger than normal forks so ill need a fork the same size.. ive looked for specs on them to find the size but cant find anything.. anyone know?
secondly, even though before my health problems i rode daily for 11 years even commuting to work i dont know how much ill be using the bike now so i dont want to spend a fortune,,
thirdly, to suit my current setup itll need to be a 20mm axle and disc brake compatible
lastly ill need a fork that can either be tightened up so a lard arse like me doesnt bob around like a fool or one i can get a firming kit for
any ideas?
2009 Viper Carbon XT > my rides < 2009 Marin Wolf Ridge 6.9
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did you not get the 11/8 alternative head tube with the bike? you should have done so.
a bit late to go back now and ask for it though. are you sure it is not in a box somewhere along with the head tube angle adjusting spanner?
the headtubes cam in black and silver, yours should be silver and will be a 1.5" one.
well even if you dont have it you can fit reducing headsets to allow you to run a 1 1/8th steerered fork.
Basically any fork with 150-160mm of travel will suit the frame."Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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thanks for the reply, coming to think of it i think i did have a second tube (my current ones silver) im off to the shed for a nose now
if i chage the steerer tube wont that mean a new headset as well?2009 Viper Carbon XT > my rides < 2009 Marin Wolf Ridge 6.90 -
yes but it does open up a lot more forks."Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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RS Domain is a nice fork.
160mm comes in 1.5" steerer variety if you don't want the hassle of changing the steerer tube and headset
Its also 20mm bolt thru and the internal spring can be swapped out to suit rider weight.0 -
funny you should say that, ive just found a pair of domains with 1.5 inch steerer at a good price.. was looking for reviews when this reply came... looks like i might spend a few quid tonight2009 Viper Carbon XT > my rides < 2009 Marin Wolf Ridge 6.90
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got the forks, remnoved from a new bike so as new condition.. fitted them tonight and their brilliant.. far better than my old manatous2009 Viper Carbon XT > my rides < 2009 Marin Wolf Ridge 6.90