yeah don't be afraid to get the elkas just because you ride muddy trails, you'll like them way more than the works, trust me. I used to have works, and they were better than stock, but the elka setup I rode didn't even compare to mine. So just do it right the first time and be done with it, or you'll regret.
btw i would invest in some shock covers, that's wut their made for :thumbsup: