2005 S-Works Stumpjumper FSR or 2006 Stumpjumper FSR

shivadread
shivadread Posts: 110
edited October 2007 in MTB buying advice
I'm looking to upgrade my HT to a Full Suspension and I have my eye on the Stumpjumper FSR. The dilemma I have is I can get hold of a 2005 S-Works frame with Septune rear shock or should I wait and get a 2006 Pro model with a Brain Fade Rear Shock.
Can anyone explain which is the better rear shock or are they both good as each other. Also what is the difference between an S-works frame and a normal Pro Frame apart from the price.

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  • ddoogie
    ddoogie Posts: 4,159
    I would, and did, go for the 2005 model. The 2006 brain fade was supposed to still be a bit "on/off" without a smooth transition. The Septune shock is a great piece of kit anyway.

    The difference between the pro and S-works model, on the 05 bike, was the m5 alu on the S-works compared to the M4 stuff used on the Pro. I'm not sure if its applicable to the 06 bikes.
    S-works Stumpjumper FSR

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  • shivadread
    shivadread Posts: 110
    What fork are you running on your 2005, I was thinking of getting some Rockshox Revelation for it
  • ddoogie
    ddoogie Posts: 4,159
    I'm using an 05 Float R. Its a really good match. You could make it a bit more aggressive (if that's your thing) and use the newer Float 140s which would be nice. You wont go far wrong with the Revs though. Excellent forks.
    S-works Stumpjumper FSR

    I'll see you at the end.

    You'll see me on the floor.

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