Also - I like the idea of the pro pedal shock which the Norco has but the FSR doesnt.
Another option is to go up to the stuntjumper for 3k, which has the fox triad and adjustable height fox front shocks and avid elixir brakes but then i'm going back up to 3k lol I guess if they ride that much better I'm prepared to spend the extra...
2009 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp.
The Fox Triad rear shock is custom-tuned for the Stumpjumper to enable on-the-fly three-position damping with open, lockout and ProPedal settings, plus adjustable rebound.
Custom Avid Elixir hydraulic disc brakes offer excellent modulation thanks to organic pads, adjustable levers and size-specific rotors in a lightweight set up.
Designed by Ned Overend, our dual-compound S-Works "The Captain" tires have a fast-rolling center section and biting edge knobs to handle technical terrain.
Exclusive DT Swiss rims offer a 24mm-wide profile for exceptional strength, while remaining lightweight for improved acceleration and climbing performance.
Sram X-7 Trigger Shifters with X-9 Rear deraileur.
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2009 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Elite.
An adjustable Fox Talas fork allows the rider pick their level of travel: 140, 120 or 100mm, complete with compression/rebound adjust and lockout.
Custom Avid Elixir hydraulic disc brakes offer excellent modulation thanks to organic pads, adjustable levers and size-specific rotors in a lightweight set up.
The Fox Triad rear shock is custom-tuned for the Stumpjumper to enable on-the-fly three-position damping with open, lockout and ProPedal settings, plus adjustable rebound.
Shimano LX Shifters with XTR Shadow Rear deraileur.
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