Originally Posted by downtube
I am 6' 205lbs .....yes I've put on some weight
and the FS is my daily ride. It can easily handle a 220lb rider, however I don't know how they will respond to a 250lb rider. Therefore we are conservative with our recommendations.
As many customers have noted our bikes are overbuilt, however some risks (problems) that may arise include:
1. Fork bottoming out
2. Too much Fork, shock sag
3. Fast wear at the suspension pivots.
4. Spokes breaking (doubtful but possible)
5. Component damage (such as pedals, saddle, etc)
Thanks,
Yan
Thanks for the response! Those sound like reasonable risks to me. I've been considering the non FS model and I've had no problems out of the low end suspension fork or rims on my current mountain bike, so hopefully those wouldn't be a problem. Is there any chance of seeing a rigid fork model Downtube? Is suspension more important on folders than on non folding bikes? I've always thought of front and rear suspesion as only being helpful when riding primarily off road. Regardless, I think there is a Downtube in my future! I'll let the forum know if I have any issues due to my weight. Thanks again!