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General => Tech Forum => Topic started by: irate1 on May 07, 2004, 03:23:53 pm

Title: who has an 80 mm fork that they like...
Post by: irate1 on May 07, 2004, 03:23:53 pm

I'm about to make the jump to another fork...I think.  I like my Mega Air, but the parts are getting few and far between.  If you ride a bike meant for 80 mm ( a true xc ride), does anyone have any recommendations (sp?)?  I weigh 200 lbs, and don't race.  I don't beat-up equipment too much, but that still doesn't hide my desire to go fast, and it sure doesn't hide the weight of my big arse.  Thanks for any suggestions.

Title: Re: who has an 80 mm fork that they like...
Post by: Dennis on May 07, 2004, 11:47:19 pm

Marzocchi Marathon SL at 85mm travel is a great fork.
I am lighter than you, at 170 lbs. but fork should work well for anyone's weight.
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Title: Re: who has an 80 mm fork that they like...
Post by: GaryF52 on May 08, 2004, 12:32:56 pm

I'm a fan of the older Marzocchi Z forks.  Have a Z5, a Z4 and a Z3, all air spring models.  They are simple designs that are easy to service, maintain and adjust, and they work very well.  The models with the cast in arch can take a pretty big tire.

With many new forks going for upwards of $500, these older ones stack up pretty well in my opinion.

Title: Re: who has an 80 mm fork that they like...
Post by: sammydog on May 08, 2004, 03:07:48 pm

I'm using a Fox 80RL which has been the best XC fork i have ever ridden.

I have an 85mm Marzocchi MX Comp fork that was also nice, but after riding the fox it doesn't seem as good as I remember it..