Diamondback Sorrento - suspension fork to ridgid?
08-29-10, 10:25 AM
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Diamondback Sorrento - suspension fork to ridgid?
I bought a new DB Sorrento to use mostly as a hybrid, size XL (22"). I removed all the original junk steel parts and put on Deore XT stuff I had on an older bike. I still have the original suspension fork that weighs a TON! Can anyone suggest a lighter aluminum non-suspension fork I can swap to so I can reduce the weight of the bike? I really don't need a suspension fork.
Also, how do I figure out what size would I need to keep the overall geometry the same?
Thanks.
Also, how do I figure out what size would I need to keep the overall geometry the same?
Thanks.
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08-29-10, 02:49 PM
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I prefer cromo forks to alu ones - it's a more forgiving material that survives abuse better.
As for finding one, take a look on ebay.
As for finding one, take a look on ebay.
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+1 on the cromoly fork, better ride and longer lasting perhaps.
08-29-10, 06:39 PM
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Wouldn't steel forks be as heavy as my suspension fork? Or are they much lighter without the suspension guts?
Also, how would I choose a chromo fork size-wise?
Also, how would I choose a chromo fork size-wise?
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