Is this fork any good?
- Thread starter Scotty
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Do some research and read a lot of reviews.
The judy xc is a standard, run-of-the-mill XC fork. It is not, I repeat NOT a downhill fork. I've seen people complain about the fork blowing out or other junk like that, but then come to find out they're tryin' to take 5+ foot drops...it's not meant for that!
You really have to assess what kind of riding you're going to be doing. Standard XC, non-racing, the Judy XC is fine. Not much to it, maintenance is pretty standard.
If you plan on pretty light rides (no major drops, more of just trails with bumps) then this fork would actually be too much.
But like I said, I think you should just do a LOT of reading about forks to get an idea of what they're intended to do/handle.
The judy xc is a standard, run-of-the-mill XC fork. It is not, I repeat NOT a downhill fork. I've seen people complain about the fork blowing out or other junk like that, but then come to find out they're tryin' to take 5+ foot drops...it's not meant for that!
You really have to assess what kind of riding you're going to be doing. Standard XC, non-racing, the Judy XC is fine. Not much to it, maintenance is pretty standard.
If you plan on pretty light rides (no major drops, more of just trails with bumps) then this fork would actually be too much.
But like I said, I think you should just do a LOT of reading about forks to get an idea of what they're intended to do/handle.
It's a decent fork to start with.........I have done a lot of research on forks and the Judy comes up a lot.........
A good solid performer............but a shock that.....if you ride a lot you will outgrow.............
RockShox are good, and a good one to start with if you don't want to shell out a lot of clams at first!!!
Just my opinion, hope it helps!!!!
A good solid performer............but a shock that.....if you ride a lot you will outgrow.............
RockShox are good, and a good one to start with if you don't want to shell out a lot of clams at first!!!
Just my opinion, hope it helps!!!!
I've got the 2000 Judy XC and it's great.I'm not a light rider (weight or style) and the fork works well.All I've done to mine is change the oil for a heavier weight and alter the travel settings to 4".For the money you really can't complain.I'd give it 8/10.
I'm not racing or doing any extreme downhill but where I ride can get pretty technical. There are alot of roots and rocks but the Judy is doing just fine. I bought it for $200 and it is alot better than what came on my bike. So far it is holding up great. Thanks for the info.
Cool!!! Glad to see you happy with it!!!!!