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Old 24-10-18, 06:18 PM   #16
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Default Re: Rear shock on a budget? Better than stock?

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Originally Posted by Adam Ef View Post
+ I'm guessing that progressive or linear spring won't make much difference to me? I'd imagine that linear pecific to me would be better if I get a choice but progressive would be ok?
I'm sure either can be made to work. However, general consensus seems to be that if you're going to change them, go linear according to your own weight requirements.
(IMHO, "progressive" is a rather generous term, sounding fancier than it is - they are a deliberate compromise by design to cover a wider range of possible rider sizes.)

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Originally Posted by Bibio View Post
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i would say start with the basics to determine if you NEED to change suspension components.
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I would say this is wise advice.
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