New Forks...
Dawesy92
Posts: 606
Right, so I've got plently of miles in on my remedy over the last few months and have decided I want some new forks after noticing a lot of flex with the going gets fast and rough..
I've been looking at the pikes and the New FOX 34, not sure what else to consider which is why I'm asking here!
Requirements are..
650b
15mm axle
140/150mm travel
What would you recommend?
I've been looking at the pikes and the New FOX 34, not sure what else to consider which is why I'm asking here!
Requirements are..
650b
15mm axle
140/150mm travel
What would you recommend?
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And at the moment you have.....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.0
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Sorry missed that bit out, I've currently got Rocksox Revelations.0
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Have you considered the X-fusions, getting good reviews in the 34mm stanchion longer travel variety, and you'll save a useful amount versus the Pikes (let alone the Foxs).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.0
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New 34's are very good, Pikes are also very good and X-fusion are pretty decent once bedded in. Having been blown away by my new 36's I'd suggest the 34's. They're a bit more than Pikes but are lighter, smoother and the service intervals are now better as well.0
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New 34's are very good, Pikes are also very good and X-fusion are pretty decent once bedded in. Having been blown away by my new 36's I'd suggest the 34's. They're a bit more than Pikes but are lighter, smoother and the service intervals are now better as well.
Indeed meant to be superb, still a little flexy compared to the pike from what I've read, so worth trying both to see what hits your sweet spot.
The 2014 34 I rode wasn't very stiff at all I was less than impressed with that aspect, but its been totally resorted since then.0 -
After a chat with the UK X Fusion rep at a race last year I wouldn't buy them.
Even doing a simple lower lube yourself invalidates the warranty which means that ALL maintenance needs to be done by an approved service centre to keep the warranty. The only approved UK service centre is TF Tuned. So that means £200 ish per year in servicing.Transition Patrol - viewtopic.php?f=10017&t=130702350 -
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Tbh, I would consider anything that's stiff than the revs I've got currently, I don't need to worry about warranty too Mich as I'm not brave enough to strip my forks myself!
I would love the 36's bit little bit overkill and a lot of money I think, I can get the new 34's for about £750 which I dont mind but less money is better!!. Pikes not sure not looked fully!0 -
get pikes
The 'can't go wrong' option.All the gear, no idea and loving the smell of jealousy in the morning.
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get pikes
The 'can't go wrong' option.
Pikes never, ever go wrong.....Transition Patrol - viewtopic.php?f=10017&t=130702350 -
get pikes
The 'can't go wrong' option.
Pikes never, ever go wrong.....
I meant 'can't go wrong' as in 'good enough for just about anybody'. I'm sure, just like anything mechanical, they do go wrong.All the gear, no idea and loving the smell of jealousy in the morning.
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They are good forks. Not sure I would buy them though, the Marzocchi 350ncr is better for the same price, for now....Transition Patrol - viewtopic.php?f=10017&t=130702350