I just bought a 2009 Norco Sasquatch and the 55RS is, I think, too soft for me (I can use 5 out of the 6" just hopping in the parking lot). I asked about swapping springs to a stiffer set, but the bike shop said those are the only springs it comes with and I would have to order new ones in. So here are my options:
A) Order new springs in (even though they couldn't find them in the catalogue) and pay $70, but they'll put them in for free.
Or,
B) Attach a schrader valve (I pay $35, work is free) to the top of the fork and fill it with air to stiffen it up.
Is swapping springs at the point of purchase that better suit the customer not something that should be done automatically? And for free? Also, is simply pumping the fork full of air with a schrader valve something that is commonly done and done safely?
I've been out of biking for a few years so I'm not sure what's going on. The bike shop seems to think using that much travel while just pushing down wont cause the bike to bottom off a jump/drop. I'm confused and a little lost here.
:S