I have a 2022 polygon siskiu d6 that i have the option to upgrade forks, i found a good deal on all, i was wondering if i should buy a Fox 34 grip 2, fit 4, or fit grip. All are 2022 models, 130mm. I have no experience with high end fork setup.
Fox 34 grip 2, fit 4, or fit grip
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i have a 2021 giant talon 2 with rockshox upgrade and saving for a specialized status.
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I have a 2022 polygon siskiu d6 that i have the option to upgrade forks, i found a good deal on all, i was wondering if i should buy a Fox 34 grip 2, fit 4, or fit grip. All are 2022 models, 130mm. I have no experience with high end fork setup.
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Best performance and adjustability -> GRIP 2
Cheapest -> GRIP
Lightest -> FIT4
I'm a big fan of the GRIP2. Personally, I've found that the GRIP damper feels really good if you like to run your compression wide open or nearly wide open, but if you're a heavier or more aggressive rider, it starts to get harsh as you add compression to get more support. FIT4 is for XC racers and weight weenies. It's slightly harder to maintain, since it requires bleeding, and doesn't feel quite as smooth as the GRIP or GRIP2 dampers, since the seals are a little tighter and it doesn't use as much bath oil in the lowers.
Cheapest -> GRIP
Lightest -> FIT4
I'm a big fan of the GRIP2. Personally, I've found that the GRIP damper feels really good if you like to run your compression wide open or nearly wide open, but if you're a heavier or more aggressive rider, it starts to get harsh as you add compression to get more support. FIT4 is for XC racers and weight weenies. It's slightly harder to maintain, since it requires bleeding, and doesn't feel quite as smooth as the GRIP or GRIP2 dampers, since the seals are a little tighter and it doesn't use as much bath oil in the lowers.
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was "FIT4 with Vorsprung Tuning" already mentioned?
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No but I'll recommend that (personal experience) especially for a novice.
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The Vorsprung Fractive is only programmed to work with the 10mm FIT4 before 2020. It can be modified to fit the 2020+ but needs custom tuned.
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Like was said earlier, Grip is really good if you don't need a bunch of precise damping. I put one on my Exie and it's way better than the Fit4 that came on it. Not nearly as "crisp" as the Fit4. If you're racing and care, the Fit4 is lighter. That's the only positive of it IMO.
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What do you mean by "crisp" ?
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Replaced the Factory fork with the Performance fork with a Grip damper and the DPS with a Mara.
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Opposite of plush. Or harsh...
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Oh, that makes sense. I have the new 34 SC FIT4 and it's kinda harsh
i have a 2021 giant talon 2 with rockshox upgrade and saving for a specialized status.
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Crisp isn't exactly something that should be on a fork.
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