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Old 02-21-06, 07:48 PM
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04 Z150 or 05 Z1 fr3

Ok so im getting a new fork either a used (but like new condition) marzocchi Z150 or an 05 Z1 fr3. They are both around the same price. Any suggestions???
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I would go for the Z150 over the Z1 fr3.
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Originally Posted by FreeRidin'
Ok so im getting a new fork either a used (but like new condition) marzocchi Z150 or an 05 Z1 fr3. They are both around the same price. Any suggestions???

the z-150 is the much nicer fork, in terms of internals/damping system. assuming buying used is no problem for you, that is the better fork.
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I have a friend that has a Z150 and he loves it. Its a sweeet fork
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I have one and it's great. I would go for the 04.
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