[markhammond77]

I know many of you do not like manitou products, but this fork looks sweet, its only 5lbs and it has a pretty good amount of travel.
Any comments?
http://pricepoint.com/detail/16293-315_ANSNE7-3-Parts-59-Forks/Accessories/Manitou-Nixon-Elite-Suspension-Fork-'07.htm

 

[Leon94]

http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/2007_forks/product_129745.shtml


It appears they upgraded the cartridge damping, the travel, adjustment, and lowers for the 2007, which is nearly twice the cost as the 2006 model (QR, 145mm, $230 Pricepoint).

The Nixon line of forks haven't gotten very good ratings over the years. I couldn't find any descent reviews on the 2007 other than the one above. I would research more Manitou forks to see which one is more suited for your riding style before spending $400.

Good luck!

 

[markhammond77]

That review looks pretty decent. The price should go down as soon as the year starts.
Thanks

 

[SquadraCorse]

Mark-

My suggestion is that you stop asking everyone about every single component you're thinking about, and just built your bike! and go with a marz fork.

 

[bent^biker]

wow, yet another pointless q about a pricepoint special. lthumbsdown:

 

[frznnomad]

easy solution. you get what you pay for...

there is a very good reason that the fork is on special. i mean 400$ is a good amount of money, but if the nixon is like every other manipoo fork out there it will 400$ wasted. i say go with marz. to be on the safe side.

 

[daisycutter]

I rode it at interbike this year and was impressed with the Nixon's performance. When Hayes bought out Manitou they moved their production back to the states. I am buying one this year because I was so impressed. Manitou has a long way to go to earn back bike riders trust but believe me they are a different company which is very focused on moving back into the suspension game.

 

[frznnomad]

hes not looking at an 08, but i do believe that hayes had taken over in 08 so who knows i could be wrong, but i can tell you this much i will never be running manipoo.

 

[Ithnu]

Manitou is a roll of the dice. They're designs are good, but their manufacturing is hit and miss. If you get lucky, you'll get a great fork. If not, you'll have to send it back (maybe multiple times) for warranty until they get it right.

I had an 03' Skareb that went back twice, they sent me an 04' and I rode it for 3 years with no problems.

 

[Sir_Crackien]

i have had some very good luck and some really ****ty luck with manitou. i would decide on if the fork fits your purpose well. if it does and it doesn't give you any trouble you will love it.