[atcskyfox]

2006 Stumpjumper FSR Comp medium blue $2199
http://specialized.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=12790&bikeTab=features

2005 Stumpjumper FSR Expert Disc 120 medium matte black $2300
http://specialized.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?arc=2005&spid=9668&bikeTab=techspec

Newb biker here looking for first full suspension.

 

[atcskyfox]

anyone?

 

[nikkisixx2]

Personally I just bought a Stumpjumper FSR base model about a month ago. I love it absolutely no complaints here. Can't really go wrong with the stumpy in my opinon. Just my $.02

John

 

[3034]

I have the 06 s-works stumpy with the TALAS fork.
I use the adjustable travel all the time.
steep climbs are much eaiser for me.
I dont have to work so hard to keep the front wheel on the ground
I voted for the 05 with the TALAS fork

 

[nydave]

2006 Comp...it has a Triad shock...not the Septume. And 120mm travel also.
imho...all the other components are close...in the same ballpark.

 

[heythorp]

i 2nd the triad over the septune

 

[heythorp]

and then again the 07's are right around the corner

 

[atcskyfox]

Could I get the 05' and later on upgrade the Septume to a Triad shock?

 

[Wedgy]

If you look around and get a price match you can get the comp for a lot less cash.
I got mine from www.mikesbikes.com for $1799.99 +tax two weeks ago.

I didnt order it online, they are one of my LBS.

 

[d365]

Keep Lookin

i just bought an 06 sj expert (3 weeks ago) for $2300, it was a test bike with <5 rides on it. And after i got it, someone told me they got the exact same bike for $2100.:madman:
I would look around a little more, if i were you. I think the triad and talas are well worth the extra $.

 

[99rioredsnake]

I would go for the 06 model as well. I'm in good w/ my LBS and got a brand new '06 FSR expert for $2300 after riding their test bike. I believe there is a geometry change between '05 & '06. I liked the '06 better. I rode the "05 FSR expert 120, 100 & the '06 120. The '06 models just felt the best. Good luck. Either way you can't go wrong. These bikes are awesome!:thumbsup: