Z1 FR or Drop off
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From: Eagle, ID
Z1 FR or Drop off
What is the difference between the Z1 FR and Z1 Drop off? I see they have two different types of Damping Systems, but which one is better? I have a 2003 Specialized enduro comp that I am thinking about replacing the RS psylo on.
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From: Whistler,BC
Bikes: Trek Fuel EX 8 27.5 +, 2002 Transition Dirtbag, Kona Roast 2002
Z1 fr has better damping. It feel much better in the rough fast stuff and has tonnes of controls. Of the two I would go by cost. If I had the money I would get the fr every time.
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I just picked up a 2002 model cheap! I got it from Cambria for $299. Don't know if they still have some, but it'd be worth the call to ask.
BTW, I love mine!
L8R
BTW, I love mine!
L8R
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"Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, "WOW, What a Ride!" - unknown
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From: Exeter UK, Athens Greece.
Bikes: Specialized RH, Scott Unitrack
I got a 2003 Z1 Dropoff Euro model, I couldnt justify the performance differential between the D.O and the FR so i picked the D.O. Other than the damping differences...both are excellent forks, the best SC forks imho, you cant go wrong





