March 24, 20242 yr I'm looking at replacing a rigid fork with a simple suss one for the cheaper ebike, butr options are a bit thin on the ground. No1 choice would be the rockshox Paragon gold RL but it seems those are all in Germany, and getting a hold of one UK side is difficult and they seem for the most part to be unavailable. Outwith that we have RST. RST, now theres a name from the past who'd have thunk RST was still going and incredibly still making suss forks, although they seem consigned to making cheaper suss forks, which is a bit sad as they did some interesting things in the early 90's, including the mozo pro which was ahead of the day. But it is what it is I suppose, and at least theyre still going. In RST theres a few. The Volant, the Viva, the Neon, and possibly a couple of others. Price wise the RST look to be available in reduced prices, so thats a possible, just have to work out which is best and go with that as the RS seems to be a not possible to source easily option. Plus like the RS, many of the RST are coated stanchions, which means no rust will form if you neglect it a bit Suntour - #See dustbin. Anyone got or using the RS paragon ? Only really available in the EU, but I would happily pay the higher price, the wait time and added custom charges if it was getting a good review. Outside of that it will probably be an RST. Ultra basic, and i dont expect it to be very responsive, but at least its not going to rust. And its easier to get a 50mm travel, the RS do 50, but only seems to be 65mm about or available. So what are you riding ? is it one of the above. Like to hear how you're getting on with it.
March 24, 20242 yr Other than install fatter tyres, there are no suspension options for my bike but... some of these RST suspension forks are new, and "new other": https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?kw=rst+fork&toolid=20004&_sop=15 Edited March 24, 20242 yr by guerney
March 24, 20242 yr I was constrained by the 'straight 1-1/8 steerer' malaise, so a secondhand Rockshox Reba 100mm awaits installation to replace my dustbin quality 63mm originals. The slightly changed head tube angle is still lower than many mountain bikes, so not expecting it to be a problem.
March 24, 20242 yr https://www.google.com/search?q=taperd+to+non+taperd+adaptor&oq=taperd+to+non+taperd+adaptor&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQABgNGIAEMg0IAhAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMg0IAxAAGIYDGIAEGIoF0gEJMTIyMjVqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:24b65590,vid:S_j_19urAas,st:0
March 24, 20242 yr I know nothing about suspension forks, I normally avoid them like the plague, so ignore this if it is a load of crap...but I saw this on Bike Discount in Germany and it seems they ship to the UK at reasonable rates: https://www.bike-discount.de/en/rockshox-30-silver-26-tk-coil-100
March 24, 20242 yr coil spring forks are crap broke every one i ever had esp the lock out part. i have a 2019 fox 36 160mm i got for 300 quid and use a boost kit for my non boost front wheel
March 24, 20242 yr coil spring forks are crap broke every one i ever had esp the lock out part. i have a 2019 fox 36 160mm i got for 300 quid and use a boost kit for my non boost front wheel Ok, here are the Paragon golds...whatever they are lol... https://www.bike-discount.de/en/rockshox-paragon-gold-rl-28-solo-air-65-qr-1
March 24, 20242 yr i sold my old forks for 150 so worth a look esp if u can service it urself on ebay ect
March 24, 20242 yr https://www.google.com/search?q=taperd+to+non+taperd+adaptor&oq=taperd+to+non+taperd+adaptor&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQABgNGIAEMg0IAhAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMg0IAxAAGIYDGIAEGIoF0gEJMTIyMjVqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:24b65590,vid:S_j_19urAas,st:0 A tapered steerer doesn't fit where a straight steerer does.
March 24, 20242 yr you can get adaptors. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134966816988?chn=ps&_ul=GB&var=434414552840&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1_Eu_neUuRdK92kLOGuz7_A38&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=434414552840_134966816988&targetid=1647205088280&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9045575&poi=&campaignid=17206177401&mkgroupid=136851690655&rlsatarget=aud-1415330310908:pla-1647205088280&abcId=9300866&merchantid=10010314&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwnv-vBhBdEiwABCYQA2__4C48QjDVs1m62OMNd_ZRjoEByYd14uDFScjVs3xRisB2kXyzxBoCO8cQAvD_BwE or my m8 cant use my forks on his bafang going to have sram 12spd on it as well
March 24, 20242 yr I I'm looking at replacing a rigid fork with a simple suss one for the cheaper ebike, butr options are a bit thin on the ground. No1 choice would be the rockshox Paragon gold RL but it seems those are all in Germany, and getting a hold of one UK side is difficult and they seem for the most part to be unavailable. Outwith that we have RST. RST, now theres a name from the past who'd have thunk RST was still going and incredibly still making suss forks, although they seem consigned to making cheaper suss forks, which is a bit sad as they did some interesting things in the early 90's, including the mozo pro which was ahead of the day. But it is what it is I suppose, and at least theyre still going. In RST theres a few. The Volant, the Viva, the Neon, and possibly a couple of others. Price wise the RST look to be available in reduced prices, so thats a possible, just have to work out which is best and go with that as the RS seems to be a not possible to source easily option. Plus like the RS, many of the RST are coated stanchions, which means no rust will form if you neglect it a bit Suntour - #See dustbin. Anyone got or using the RS paragon ? Only really available in the EU, but I would happily pay the higher price, the wait time and added custom charges if it was getting a good review. Outside of that it will probably be an RST. Ultra basic, and i dont expect it to be very responsive, but at least its not going to rust. And its easier to get a 50mm travel, the RS do 50, but only seems to be 65mm about or available. So what are you riding ? is it one of the above. Like to hear how you're getting on with it. I am just wondering Andy have you taken into account the extra height that will be added to the front of your bike ( and bottom bracket) due to the extra fork length (2 inches or more depending on travel) ?
March 25, 20242 yr Author coil spring forks are crap broke every one i ever had esp the lock out part. i have a 2019 fox 36 160mm i got for 300 quid and use a boost kit for my non boost front wheel Long fork I've got, these are short travel designed for hybrid/gravel type bikes. So I need a short 50mm one which is quite ironic really given thanks to the CRC/wiggle sell off I've got 1x New Fox 36 rhythm grip damper 29er 160mm 1x New RS Lyrik select 29er 160mm 1x New RS Pike Select+ 27.5" 150mm 1x New Fox 36 Factory grip2 27.5" 160mm And I've another 160mm fox 36 in use as well as a 150mm RS Revelation And im looking at a £60 hybrid fork with all the sophistication of something out of the 1980's lol theres some irony there for sure. Best hybrid fork would be an RS Rudy ultimate. Dedicated 700c fork with either 30mm or 40mm travel. But they cost about £800(currently £612 at Winstanleys) and is total overkill for the type of bike im looking to fit the fork to.
March 25, 20242 yr Best hybrid fork would be an RS Rudy ultimate (I know absolutely nothing about suspension forks) "New other" Rockshox Rudy Ultimate Race Day 30mm 700c Gravel Fork - Black £445.00 Used, make best offer (you get three tries) Rockshox Rudy Ultimate XPLR Gravel Suspension Fork, 30mm travel £300.00 or Best Offer Rockshox Rudy Ultimate XPLR Gravel Suspension Fork, 30mm travel £250.00 Anyone got or using the RS paragon ? Only really available in the EU, but I would happily pay the higher price, the wait time and added custom charges if it was getting a good review. Cheaper Paragons from Germany: https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=RockShox+paragon&_sacat=0&toolid=20004&kw=RS+paragon
March 25, 20242 yr I've had a few bargains from Bankrupt Bike Store in the past (Ebay store, direct, I think also Amazon) https://bankruptbikeparts.co.uk/collections/forks?filter.v.availability=1
March 25, 20242 yr Author I've had a few bargains from Bankrupt Bike Store in the past Likewise, in fact i think one of the basic forks im looking at is on there. (I know absolutely nothing about suspension forks) "New other" Rockshox Rudy Ultimate Race Day 30mm 700c Gravel Fork - Black £445.00 Used, make best offer (you get three tries) Rockshox Rudy Ultimate XPLR Gravel Suspension Fork, 30mm travel £300.00 or Best Offer Rockshox Rudy Ultimate XPLR Gravel Suspension Fork, 30mm travel £250.00 Cheaper Paragons from Germany: https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=RockShox+paragon&_sacat=0&toolid=20004&kw=RS+paragon I dont really opt for used forks. Most of the time they'l be fine, but all will require a service, so need to buy oils, maybe bushings and overall it might prove you're adding 200 to the price. Biketart one is interesting except i need a 230mm steerer, so thats out, which is a shame. It is a cheap bike, but i could have been tempted by that one. 198mm steerer will possibly be a medium frame. Im xl Finding the right steerer is always the key. Cheaper Paragons from Germany: Yeah, thats the rub. I'd pay a bit extra if one was uk based, but import/customs taxes will certainly add to the price, probably bring it to about £220-250 But thanks for making the effort to go search and post some up Edited March 25, 20242 yr by AndyBike
March 25, 20242 yr Yeah, thats the rub. I'd pay a bit extra if one was uk based, but import/customs taxes will certainly add to the price, probably bring it to about £220-250 Might be worth clarifying with the German sellers if import charges are included? The full quoted price when ordering from China via ebay, is all I've ever paid - mind you Chinese sellers have mysterious ways of avoiding VAT and import duty etc. Some couriers like FedEx and UPS provide customs and VAT etc. paid delivery options. I'd certainly expect buyers stung by extra charges angrily venting about it in seller feedback. But yep, it's a risk.
March 27, 20242 yr 50mm travel https://static.independent.co.uk/2024/03/27/16/Maryland_Bridge_Collapse-Past_Survivors_22769.jpg?quality=75&width=990&crop=3%3A2%2Csmart&auto=webp
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