Fork Choice
- Thread starter Dhmann
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i would take the 888, since the primo would be a little head light with the WC, and the Dorado might make the front end a little too steep. plus the 888 is the most durable of the three and least maintenance. i think the 888 is not that much heavier than the dorado anyway.
you could also check out the white brothers forks, they are getting a lot of praise lately. just a thought.
nick
you could also check out the white brothers forks, they are getting a lot of praise lately. just a thought.
nick
I think the dorado would be best because it is pretty light. You can get different travel dorandos like 140mm to 170mm or something to 200mm.
I remember hearing from some people who rode V-10's with WC's where the WC's were light, and not enough cushion to complement the rear end, resulting in a somewhat unbalanced ride. i have tried a few Kona Stabs and they generally rode well with Heavier forks, i.e., MArzocchi's and Dorado. the 888 with the go-ride crown makes it a bit less nose-bleeding feeling. the konas are not the lightest race bikes out there, so i am sure you know what you are doing to race it, so why not buy a durable fork for it so there is no too much need for maintainence?
There has been several wars here that involved the merits of the 888's, WC's, and Dorados, they all have their advantages. But in all respect, the 888 is the least maintainence intensive, unlike the WC, where more often than not a regular schedule is needed to keep it operating in top condition. the Dorado needs a lot of attention too, especially with the after market pro upgrades. The 888? well, it works and works and works. just ask anyone who has owned a Super T, Monster T, shiver, and 888. they'll most likely tell you the same thing: they just keep running. change the oil twice a year and the seals once a year and you are good.
just my experience.
Nick
There has been several wars here that involved the merits of the 888's, WC's, and Dorados, they all have their advantages. But in all respect, the 888 is the least maintainence intensive, unlike the WC, where more often than not a regular schedule is needed to keep it operating in top condition. the Dorado needs a lot of attention too, especially with the after market pro upgrades. The 888? well, it works and works and works. just ask anyone who has owned a Super T, Monster T, shiver, and 888. they'll most likely tell you the same thing: they just keep running. change the oil twice a year and the seals once a year and you are good.
just my experience.
Nick
mtnbrider said:
dude, 140 mm dorado? you gotta be kidding. show me the link please, because i would be interested t osee that.
there is infact a dorado 180 and a 200 versions.
it's not that light, trust me, pick one up and then pick up a shiver then you will know what i'm talking about, grasshopper
besides, remember that this fella is riding a Stab Primo. Lightness has to be considerate to the overall balance of the bike as well
besides, the 888 is quite a bit cheaper than the Dorado.
yes you will notice .4 kgs, that is damn near close to a whole pound. also it you are getting the weight for the 888 off of marzocchi web site they don't weight the fork with a steerer tube!!
As a long-travel advocate, i say go with the 8-inch version, since it would balance with the rear better. i personally don;t like to ride a bike that runs out of front travel before the rear. Then again the 888's cartridge is sophisticated enought to make the difference less noticable.
as long it keeps your head angle in the 66-67 degree range, i say you are good.
as long it keeps your head angle in the 66-67 degree range, i say you are good.
rock on.
be safe out there, and good luck.
Nick
be safe out there, and good luck.
Nick