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Forks & Shocks

Niner Bikes Carbon Rigid Fork, Blister Gear Review

Niner Bikes Carbon Rigid Fork

September 25, 2012June 5, 2012 by Marshal Olson
The Niner Bikes Carbon Rigid Fork steers great on hard-packed trails and climbs technical terrain incredibly well, but it didn’t offer the control or smoothness that reviewer Marshal Olson looks for when he decides to ride rigid.
Categories Forks & Shocks, Recommended, Reviews
2011 X-Fusion Vector rear shock, Blister Gear Review

2011 X-Fusion Vector HLR rear shock

September 25, 2012August 3, 2011 by Marshal Olson
Want to float for a fraction of the price? Look no further.
Categories Forks & Shocks, Recommended, Reviews

2011 X-Fusion Vengeance RC 160mm fork

November 22, 2021July 14, 2011 by Marshal Olson
According to Marshal Olson, "this is the best trail bike fork currently on the market, in all aspects of its construction." Well, then.
Categories Forks & Shocks, Recommended, Reviews
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