Yeah it sure has slowed down Hill, Rennie and Peat. Poor guys can't make it downt he damn hill at all anymore.I dunno, I just wouldn't feel safe running 32mm legs on such harsh conditions. Just looking at the legs on Boxxers sends a chill down my spine..... all skinny and weak looking
The idea between the Boxxer and 40 is pretty clear. The Boxxer will probably stay with the 32mm legs (I would guess) because the fork has always been designed to give you a little bit of deflection, rather then the super stiff ride of the 40. Both are excellent forks, but I prefer the WC myself just due to the incredible tunability of it, the ease of rebuild, and the smoothness of the ride. I have yet to have an issue with mine, although I am perfectly aware of the problems they are known to have. My 40 was a great fork, but I was never able to dial in the spring right where I like it. The stock was way too soft, and I found the firm too firm.
That said, I'd love to try the new 07 40s out, see whats shakin with them. Giggidy.