Hi I'm basically completely new to dirt jumping and would like help what to pick for my frame. I just bought a new Kona Shonky frame and was going to get recommendations from you guys. Any Help will be much appreciated. I'm more leaning on a budget too.
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- Thread starter GingerRider
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Pick what you like and get the best damned fork you can. The fork is half of the bike.
Get an argyle 302=budget. Or a fox 831 fit=dope. Black market makes good bars and stems. Get a strong rear brake. Perhaps an avid elixir. Atomlab wheels. animal sprocket. Profile cranks. Pivitol seat. Get really good pedals. Such as shimano dx pedals.
Argyle 318 is a nice mid range fork. The very effective compression adjustment alone is worth the extra scratch.
^^what they said. Also, if you're a beginner, you gotta keep that in mind with everything you buy. Don't just buy stuff that looks cool and feels good on the landers...buy stuff that can handle bail-outs, screw-ups and botched landings. Buy it heavy, overbuilt and cheap. IMO Marzocchi is unbeatable for beginner DJ forks, and Halo and Atomlab are usually running specials on at least one of their wheelsets.
Thanks for all the help so far.
On fork choice I'm leaning towared the Argyle 318. If anyone has a really good logical reason to do other wise please say so.
I think I might be get the pimp light rims as they are on a really good deal at atom labs website.
On fork choice I'm leaning towared the Argyle 318. If anyone has a really good logical reason to do other wise please say so.
I think I might be get the pimp light rims as they are on a really good deal at atom labs website.
How about a rigid fork?
Hmmm... Not the best choice for a beginner. I'll second the Argyle 318 option, or the Marzocchi DJ one, if looking for a cheaper one.
But if my two cents worth something, get the Argyle. I've been thrashing one for the last two years, and I'm nothing like a fine rider. Oh, and also, I'm hitting the 220 lbs barrier with my gear on.
Besides the MoCo unit, the Maxle QR axle makes a great choice when it comes to throw the bike in the back seat of the car when commuting to a spot/park.