I just picked up a new (to me) '03 Giant Warp DS1. It looks like it's seen a few mods, but I'm wondering what's good and what's bad. I'm a little cloudy as to the exact definitions of FR, XC, DH, dirt jumping, etc and the differences between them; but I figure I'm probably more of a XC rider. It's been a while since I've done any biking, and this will be my first real bike. Last one was a $125 Pacific, but hey, it withstood almost 3000 miles with regular maintenance.
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The DS1:
First off, it has a set of Marzzocchi Bombers in the front, which I'm sure are an upgrade. I believe it was supposed to have Manitou Axel Supers when it was stock.
It's also got some Deore shifters. It seems that XT's seem to be the ultimate components, but how do Deores rate?
And the rear shock...
Deore rear deraileur and SRAM cassette...
Truvativ ISIS drive Hussefelt crank, and Azonic pedals...
Hub...
Double walled Alex rims...
Avid disc brakes...
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The DS1:
First off, it has a set of Marzzocchi Bombers in the front, which I'm sure are an upgrade. I believe it was supposed to have Manitou Axel Supers when it was stock.
It's also got some Deore shifters. It seems that XT's seem to be the ultimate components, but how do Deores rate?
And the rear shock...
Deore rear deraileur and SRAM cassette...
Truvativ ISIS drive Hussefelt crank, and Azonic pedals...
Hub...
Double walled Alex rims...
Avid disc brakes...