Hi,
I need some advise guys. I am building a bike for my son and I am doubting what fork to go for. I have narrowed it down to:
- RS SID SL
- Manitou Mars C
- Marzocchi X-fly (Z1 or Z2)
The above choices are due to the restrictions I have. The bike is from 2000 so has V-brakes (that i want to keep) so it needs brake studs. That limits it down to max 2004 orso? The bike is for 80mm forks. I need an air fork as it is the only way to get the preload right for low weight (80lbs). And due to his low weight, weight is important and so I like to have a light fork. I would like a red fork, but that is not 100% fixed.
I know the SIDs were known for their flex, but I don't think it will be an issue for his size. The marzocchi is probably the heaviest fork, but I have a soft spot for Marzocchi and I think the "plushness" we all know is a result from a larger air chamber and very low friction, therefor increasing compliance, which is very important for his weight as well.
The Manitou seems pretty good as well, although I understood that they make use of MCU's besides air, which might be more difficult to replace after all this time.
Of course, I can always go for a manitou R7 from 2011 or 2012, which are available on Ebay with brake studs.
What would be the best choice considering my restrictions and thoughts, or are there other forks I should take into account?
Thanks!
I need some advise guys. I am building a bike for my son and I am doubting what fork to go for. I have narrowed it down to:
- RS SID SL
- Manitou Mars C
- Marzocchi X-fly (Z1 or Z2)
The above choices are due to the restrictions I have. The bike is from 2000 so has V-brakes (that i want to keep) so it needs brake studs. That limits it down to max 2004 orso? The bike is for 80mm forks. I need an air fork as it is the only way to get the preload right for low weight (80lbs). And due to his low weight, weight is important and so I like to have a light fork. I would like a red fork, but that is not 100% fixed.
I know the SIDs were known for their flex, but I don't think it will be an issue for his size. The marzocchi is probably the heaviest fork, but I have a soft spot for Marzocchi and I think the "plushness" we all know is a result from a larger air chamber and very low friction, therefor increasing compliance, which is very important for his weight as well.
The Manitou seems pretty good as well, although I understood that they make use of MCU's besides air, which might be more difficult to replace after all this time.
Of course, I can always go for a manitou R7 from 2011 or 2012, which are available on Ebay with brake studs.
What would be the best choice considering my restrictions and thoughts, or are there other forks I should take into account?
Thanks!