I may be getting just the frame. I.e. no shock. whats the eye to eye measurement? can anyone recommend a good budget shock or have one second hand that would fit? im on a very tight budget so im thinking second hand Fox R or if i can get it a cheap rp3?

spec says;

Fox Float RP23 XV Air Can, custom "trail tuned" w/Pro Pedal, rebound; 7.5×2.0"

not sure what 7.5×2 is in real money though.

it does use the high volume air can though – you may find it's a bit different with a normal one?

cheers wwaswas. thats a help,but i have to say im not fully clued up on rear shock as have always used a ht. willhave to do a bit of research i think. hopefully spokescycles will be on later,as im quite sure they are trek stockists / dealers. cheers 🙂

7.5×2.0 is 190mm eye to eye with a 50(51?)mm stroke.