Im gettin a new bike and am not sure which fork i should get for it. The frame is goin to be a Iron Horse World Cup. The forks i was lookin at were the Jr T, Sherman Slider Plus, and the Boxxer Team. Im 150 pounds and not a very smooth rider and was lookin for some advice. Thanks
Which fork to get
- Thread starter FrBikerGuy
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anything but the boxxer and the junior t. I have a 2002 super t that i'd be willing to part with if the price is right. its in great shape. works just like new.
dont you love peopel who post opinions with no justification? Boxxers work just fine.
BTW when you post an unfounded opinion, try not to spam in the same post ok?
BTW when you post an unfounded opinion, try not to spam in the same post ok?
If you have buddies that ride, try 'em out and get a feel for them. Ask the locals about their experiences on the fork, especially at NORBA races close to you... shop around and get a price and feel for the fork before you buy.FrBikerGuy said:
If you don't really notice a big difference between the forks... then you might want to consider issues such as durability, upgrade options, and weight. If you want durability and better adjustability, Jr T and the Slider will have the edge. If you want some weight savings & the ability to upgrade in the future (Upgrade options = blackbox, mojo, ID cartridge by Stratos, plus more in development that I may not be aware of), then the Boxxer is the way to go. Its a matter of deciding which fork has the most of the two evils :evil: Just my 2 pennies' worth.
I would go the the sherman slider plus out of those options
The Slider has the most sophisticated damping system of the ones you mentioned. I'd avoid the Jr. T because of the problems with hydraulic lockout.
No opinions on Boxxers as I've never ridden them, but like I said, the Slider has far and away the most advanced damper of the three...
No opinions on Boxxers as I've never ridden them, but like I said, the Slider has far and away the most advanced damper of the three...
Out of your options get the slider+. Great feeling fork. Just not super burr..
Personally i have an 888 and i think its the best thing since sliced bread. But its gonna cost ya more bc you have to buy the fork and the lowering kit.
Also you may be able to find a used dorado for 700 bux on mtbr or here. For someone who is 150 lbs it would prolly feel great
Personally i have an 888 and i think its the best thing since sliced bread. But its gonna cost ya more bc you have to buy the fork and the lowering kit.
Also you may be able to find a used dorado for 700 bux on mtbr or here. For someone who is 150 lbs it would prolly feel great