The "Superstar" model Protecon has suffered with seal problems which gave them a bit if a bad reputation, Stratos came to the rescue with what they call "Supa seals" and cured the problem - Looks like Protecon has them installed as they only come in silver..
The S8's in particular have a reputation up there with Foes, Avalanche, Manitou, Marzocchi etc..
They are actually the only DC fork to achive the "Mtbr.com readers choice award" which is rated on the number of positive feedback results from individual owners..
I have ridden Manitou's, Marzocchi's etc and can honestly say nothing is plusher, like Protecon said, they are heavy which makes them Freeride / Big drop specific, if racing is more your scene go with some Boxxers, Dorado's or 888's..