Fork upgrade...

product_of_ozil
product_of_ozil Posts: 14
edited August 2016 in MTB buying advice
Hey all, loving my norco storm 7.1 in orange, I've upgraded the saddle, grips and pedals and now looking to upgrade the forks, I'm torn between the 3

https://www.evanscycles.com/norco-storm ... e-EV243550

https://www.amazon.co.uk/RockShox-Reba- ... B00JXKBKC0

https://www.evanscycles.com/evans/en/ro ... k-EV249924

https://www.evanscycles.com/rockshox-30 ... k-EV249913

I really like the look of the 2 reba ones but ideally prefer to spend around 200 but not sure if the one from amazon fits my bike? Also are these forks worth upgrading to?

Look forward to your response

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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    It doesn't look like your current fork is tapered so a tapered fork like the linked to XC30 Gold will need a new headset (if you have a 44mm headtube behind the ZS44 headset - rule needed).

    The Amazon Reba is a decent buy and should fit no issues.

    Or look for a Suntour Epicon/Epixon which is findable for circa £160-180.
    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.
  • product_of_ozil
    product_of_ozil Posts: 14
    The Rookie wrote:
    It doesn't look like your current fork is tapered so a tapered fork like the linked to XC30 Gold will need a new headset (if you have a 44mm headtube behind the ZS44 headset - rule needed).

    The Amazon Reba is a decent buy and should fit no issues.

    Or look for a Suntour Epicon/Epixon which is findable for circa £160-180.

    Hey thanks for your response. I had a look at the suntour epixon on eBay but the particular seller had bad reviews so I opted for the the rs reba from amazon as rs have a decent reputation and easy to buy parts etc, and the black sanctions would make the bike look more aggressive. Might take it to an independent bike shop to fit or even try evans but not sure what they would charge.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Fitting is simple DIY, no special tools needed, takes about 20 minutes so probably quicker than taking it to a shop!
    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.

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