What is the trail bike/park bike travel sweet spot?

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Posted: Sep 23, 2016 at 21:41	Quote
Geometry and specs aside, what is the sweet-spot of travel for a bike that can do trail riding, and more mellow (jumps and rock gardens but not insane-freeride features) park stuff? I was thinking 150mm but I'm really not sure.

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Posted: Sep 23, 2016 at 22:16	Quote
based on no data at all, i would say between 150-170. 150 being a higher quality damping set up and 170 being more budget minded damping. total crap? you be the judge

Posted: Sep 25, 2016 at 17:47	Quote
150/160 seem to be the best all around bike. Not too downhill oriented but still really capable. It really is going to depend on the bike though.

Posted: Sep 27, 2016 at 17:55	Quote
I like my reign with 170mm front and back, on 26" wheels mind you. I use it everywhere and on everything; i like my suspension plush!

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