Good reliable fork. The best thing about these is that they are so easy to adjust rebound and travel. It is not made for huge air or big drops. Great XC shock that is rugged and capable for trail use. (This is a much better shock after some inexpensive upgrades. See "Updates" below).
**Updates** Bumped up rating to 4 after upgrading to the recommended stiffer spring for my 215 Lbs rider weight with gear. It was a very simple installation. This shock is no longer under-gunned as previously listed on the "Cons" section. It also does not blow through the travel on bigger hits any more.
I also upgraded this fork by adding a MoCo Damper with lockout (Rock Shox Argyle adjustable Motion Control Compression Damper). It was only $60, and it was super easy to install. WOW!! This was a huge upgrade! This added adjustable compression damping, adjustable floodgate control (just like a pro-pedal), and a lock-out. No more pedal-bob for ultra-efficient climbing, no more brake dive, and it can handle small drops much better. It is also much more composed when hoping logs and handling rougher bumpy terrain. This completely transformed the fork's capabilities.
Pros Inexpensive, easy to adjust.
Cons Springs are a bit under-gunned (fixed with stiffer spring), heavy.
I love these forks. I have been riding them XC for around 5 months and they have been great. I am so glad i got them and thanks to ISO they were rebuilt to perfection. Thanks Drake
Overall a well performing fork. I got a bad fork right from the get go. Rock Shox stands behind their products and took care of it no questions asked. I've been riding it hard for 20+ miles a week for the last 3 months and it's holding up great. I would absolutely recommend this fork for someone on a budget.
Pros Good price, light weight, lockout, performs well for the money, excellent warranty.
Cons Had to have it rebuilt after the first ride. The fork would stick in the fully bottomed out position. Makes some squishy noises when it rebounds.
Will stick with air springs from now on. The fork is fine-handles my 220lbs with no problem. It was a fantastic upgrade: the bike climbs 10 times better than before. The lockout is solid but I don't use it. No better deal for the money. PS: A year and 500 miles later I still love this fork. I use it for a ride range of trails and it works great. No problems to date. PS: two years and well over 1500 miles later, I love this thing to death. Great fork.
Pros Strong, lightweight, firm lockout, great paint job.
Good reliable fork. The best thing about these is that they are so easy to adjust rebound and travel. It is not made for huge air or big drops. Great XC shock that is rugged and capable for trail use. (This is a much better shock after some inexpensive upgrades. See "Updates" below).
**Updates** Bumped up rating to 4 after upgrading to the recommended stiffer spring for my 215 Lbs rider weight with gear. It was a very simple installation. This shock is no longer under-gunned as previously listed on the "Cons" section. It also does not blow through the travel on bigger hits any more.
I also upgraded this fork by adding a MoCo Damper with lockout (Rock Shox Argyle adjustable Motion Control Compression Damper). It was only $60, and it was super easy to install. WOW!! This was a huge upgrade! This added adjustable compression damping, adjustable floodgate control (just like a pro-pedal), and a lock-out. No more pedal-bob for ultra-efficient climbing, no more brake dive, and it can handle small drops much better. It is also much more composed when hoping logs and handling rougher bumpy terrain. This completely transformed the fork's capabilities.
Pros
Inexpensive, easy to adjust.
Cons
| ThankSprings are a bit under-gunned (fixed with stiffer spring), heavy.
Good for entry level, but the step to dual air will lose a lot of weight and give better performance capabilities
Pros
price, durability
Cons
| ThankScuffs easily, heavy
I love these forks. I have been riding them XC for around 5 months and they have been great. I am so glad i got them and thanks to ISO they were rebuilt to perfection. Thanks Drake
Pros
Light and Stiff
Cons
| ThankNo Lockout more of a Damper
this came stock on my GT...i'm sure there's better out there... but for $$$ & with good options, strong & good range...this is a good by
Pros
I like the ease of lock-out
it really feels soft on rebound & has a strong feel while on lock out
Cons
| Thanknothing so far
Overall a well performing fork. I got a bad fork right from the get go. Rock Shox stands behind their products and took care of it no questions asked. I've been riding it hard for 20+ miles a week for the last 3 months and it's holding up great. I would absolutely recommend this fork for someone on a budget.
Pros
Good price, light weight, lockout, performs well for the money, excellent warranty.
Cons
| ThankHad to have it rebuilt after the first ride. The fork would stick in the fully bottomed out position. Makes some squishy noises when it rebounds.
Will stick with air springs from now on. The fork is fine-handles my 220lbs with no problem. It was a fantastic upgrade: the bike climbs 10 times better than before. The lockout is solid but I don't use it. No better deal for the money. PS: A year and 500 miles later I still love this fork. I use it for a ride range of trails and it works great. No problems to date. PS: two years and well over 1500 miles later, I love this thing to death. Great fork.
Pros
| ThankStrong, lightweight, firm lockout, great paint job.
Love this fork, very well constructed, adjustable. Very nice lock-out feature that can be activated while riding. Reasonably priced.
Pros
Nice construction, great look, good weight
Cons
| Thanknone
Gives me plenty of options for adjustment. Would like a little more travel for my downhill excursions. Great fork.
Pros
Enough travel for a XC steamroller. Great lockout feature that can be used while in the middle of ride. Three different places to adjust.
Cons
| ThankBottoms out in a technical rock pit or downhill riding.
Good quality fork for the price.
Pros
Good fork for the money. Easily adjustable while riding.
Cons
| ThankNothing so far