I have been on a Shiver SC on my slalom bike for few years now... I think it is great. Rides real nice. As far as being better, I would say that is matter of opinion.keen said:I currently have a 2001 Marzocchi Z1 MCR on a 2001 SC Bullit and have thought about replacing it w/ a 2002 Shiver SC. Is the Shiver any better ? They both have similar dampning systems. Thanx