MBA: Go for the RockShox Tora TK. Priced at roughly $250 (depending on options that you choose, like remote lockout), it packs good bang for the buck. Its coil spring will provide you with a plush ride, and will allow for external preload adjustability. Among the other features are external rebound adjustment and a lockout. It comes ready to accommodate both disc and v-brakes, so you shouldn’t have any compatibility issues there. With a claimed weight of 4.85 pounds it’s not the lightest fork out there, but it will be a noticeable upgrade over your existing fork. That being said, don’t expect it to perform like your buddy’s $900 Fox fork.

A nice fork upgrade for your bike.

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