Suspension fork for a Raleigh XXIX

[THUMP!]

I know that the Raleigh XXIX isn't corrected for a suspension fork but I am wondering if this, http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/FK404A02-Marzocchi+Mx+Comp+29Er+04.aspx, would fit. If it does fit, really how much of a difference to the geometry, ride, would it be? You can get it for under $100 so I thought it might be worth checking out.

[b_rogo]

Bill, the geared version of your bike uses the same frame as the SS version. The factory doesn't worry about altering the geometry when they throw a Reba on the front of the geared bike, so my opinion is you shouldn't either. Besides, for that small of a cash outlay you're not out very much if you don't care for the way the bike rides and handles after the change.

[THUMP!]

Any mechanics know if this particular fork would work...and is it a good deal?
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/bik/679181725.html

[charliebrown]

I say get a Reba: http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/FK405A07-Rock+Shox+Reba+Race+29+Dualair+Fork+07.aspx I have seen a couple XXIX's with that fork on it...

[THUMP!]

That's only $500 more...I think you are missing the point - I have very little cash!

I say get a Reba: http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/FK405A07-Rock+Shox+Reba+Race+29+Dualair+Fork+07.aspx I have seen a couple XXIX's with that fork on it...

[charliebrown]

That's only $500 more...I think you are missing the point - I have very little cash!

ohhh, I always miss the point...

:banghead:

[tedsti]

Still not cheap, but getting closer. http://edinabike.com/page.cfm?PageID=62&action=details&sku=FK6074

Also check ebay for rebas.

[MikeyB]

I have a Reba on my XXIX. Love it! Works great! You can find some closeouts or used between $150-350

[bigwheel]

I don't know much about the XXIX, but can vouch for the Reba 29.

The Karate Monkey comes 80mm suspension corrected. Mine has a Reba set at 100mm, and it works excellent. The Reba takes about 20 minutes to adjust travel. (60,80,100mm) Shorter travel means shorter fork length.