Total Noob needs fork advice, please!

blockdata
blockdata Posts: 5
edited October 2012 in MTB buying advice
Hello!

I have a 2010 specialized Hardrock, its a great bike but the forks bounce too much when I ride on the road, so I think I will buy a new one.

As im abit poo at this Im not sure what I am looking for, and what is good etc. I live in bristol and I want to start riding at ashton court as well as riding on the road alot, as i am hoping to replace my car with a bike, once I am fit enough, long story short because i am not rich are these forks good for me?

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/roc ... ork-ec0435 19

also could someone explain if coil is better than air? and also is more travle better than less?

Thanks in advance! chris

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  • The Northern Monkey
    The Northern Monkey Posts: 19,174
    what forks do you have now and your link doesn't work..
    Santa Cruz Butcher
  • Greer_
    Greer_ Posts: 1,716
    Your link doesn't work, but you hardrock will be 100mm/120mm travel so it is not warrantied for more. I'd look at a Rockshox Recon or Reba depending on your budget.

    I prefer air as I can set the sag to my weight, but it's really just user preference. I also like the way it feels more plush and better with small bumps.

    Travel is totally dependant on the riding/terrain and also on whether it will fit the frame without messing up the geometry.
    Orbea Alma Team Carbon - Strava -Specialized Allez Sport
  • chez_m356
    chez_m356 Posts: 1,893
    blockdata wrote:
    Hello!

    I have a 2010 specialized Hardrock, its a great bike but the forks bounce too much when I ride on the road, so I think I will buy a new one.
    do you use the lock out on the fork ?
    Specialized Hardrock Sport Disc 10- CANYON Nerve AM 6 2011
  • blockdata
    blockdata Posts: 5
    It currently has SR Suntour SF10-XCT -V2D-MLO forks on it,

    and here is a link that should work! http://www.evanscycles.com/products/roc ... k-ec043518
  • blockdata
    blockdata Posts: 5
    They have an adjuster on them but it doesnt do anything
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    The link is to XC32's...

    They'd be a huge improvement over the (XCM's?) Suntours on your Hardrock, but you'll get more for your money elsewhere, for that look for a Recon at least.
    For not much more...
    http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=71178 in air spring form.

    XCT's are pants frankly, no damper, like driving a car with the shock absorbers removed!
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • The Northern Monkey
    The Northern Monkey Posts: 19,174
    if youre riding mostly on the road, get a rigid fork?
    Santa Cruz Butcher
  • blockdata
    blockdata Posts: 5
    Thank The Beginner, that is very helpful!

    Northen Monkey I plan to do more off road stuff

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