Finally some z1 review.

Excellent comparison, had a bizillion questions about which one for a Mullet conversion on my Trance and this solved them, cant believe I haven't come across you guys yet. Right on, and great production!

Got me a Z2 over a month ago and what a difference from the old santour. Love the fork and gives me more confidence on the trails since it is very supportive. I have it on my HT Raleigh Tokul 3 with 120mm travel. Definitely recommend the Z2!

Just ordered a Z1 from you guys, so stoked! Just wish the red one had been in stock, but the color is the least of my worries. Ordered at 6am and my order was shipped like 2 hours later! Amazing!

This really helped decide on which fork to go with. Just placed an order for the Z1 29/27.5+ air fork at 140mm (44mm offset) for my Honzo ST build. Gonna try out a 27.5+ set up and I can always go back to 29 with ease.

Honestly, I’m a morbidly obese dad with a salsa timberjack hardtail. I have had the 130mm z2 for about three months and couldn’t be happier. I ride all kinds of NorCal trails and couldn’t imagine better suspension. I got the black version and put electrical tape over the white writing, it’s clean.

I wish I could post a picture of my firebird 29 wearing a z1 coil down below. 5 clicks out rebound, medium spring, 180 wheight. Rode trail instantly more confident and trying to push it. Never got to use full travel. And I bought it from The Lost Co because these videos are so informative! Keep it up!

Thanks this was very a helpful vid, especially the 'grey area' info which was exactly my situation.

i might be going on a week long biking trip on orcas island next summer, so i am watching all you videos to knowledge myself

Wow great explanation! Just bought a Z1

I have a Z1 and absolutely love it. Worth every penny

What a great smooth talker not one falter. Fantastic reviews

Love how u differentiate mtb stuff.

Great video man and the "your name here" had me lul'ing. As a lighter rider who definitely leans toward more aggressive riding I decided on a 140mm Z1 from my now 130mm Recon RL. The slight change in HTA isnt that big of a deal. 10mm doesnt mess with anything too much and just offers a little more protection for the hucks to flat. Also I think the GRIP damper is a better choice, THICC stanchions, more tuneable, and options for upgrades in the future... For 200 bucks? Seems worth it. After blowing out the Recon I think this is gonna be an awesome upgrade! Thanks for the help!

Which fork would you be best with? The Z1 or the Z2?? 🤔

Thank you for this!

Talking about suspension, it would be epic if you guys could make a suspension tutorial on the fox float x2 (like the vid on the grip2 fork)

Personally, I think your analysis is dead on! Thanks for the info. Appreciate it!

what a great review! just a quick question, is there a big difference between Z1 Air and Coil when riding?

Hey do you think you can do a video on a marzocchi z1 VS fox factory 36?

Very good review, and I confirm one very important information: over 140mm, the flex of the Z2 is an issue and you'd better go for a Z1. Moreover, the Z2 has a current problem of bushing play (cast bushing BTW, unreplaceable), and Fox doesn't propose any real solution to solve the problem. Read the multiples forums about that issue if you don't wanna be disappointed like I was. Cheers!

I own the Z1 coil and love it. Might put a Z2 on the Wifes' bike, but it would have to be a Z2 COIL...

Im on the Clydesdale category - 230lbs with gear and the Z1 is just butter!!

I recently bought a Mid Range bike that comes with DVO Diamond D1 forks. I was hoping you could do a D1 vs. D2 review as not many DVO reviews out there.

thanks xx

Great explanation (again)! Whats the different with the Marzocchi Z2 Air Rail 3 and a bomber? Scott deliveres there Genius with the Marzocchi Z2 Air Rail 3 29'' in 150mm 44 offset. Is it possible to higher the travel to a 160 or 170mm? Thanks in advance

This is perfect

Being Canadian I can’t get over the constant use of “Zee 1 and Zee 2”. My friends and I have always called them “Zed 1 and Zed 2”. Otherwise, a solid review.

But but I want a marzocchi z3 :(

Thanks

Hey Mike I have a 2018 Giant glory 2 and the stock Z1 on springs are really spongy for me. What do you think of Marzocchi-Bomber-58-275-2020 Air shocks? Do you think it would be a good swap?

You guys rock!! So what do you suggest for a trail rider who weighs 330lbs. I’m wanting to build a 29’r as my next bike.

Nice fork 🤩

I dont know what is considered a light or heavy rider but im 180 lbs and bought the 150mm Z2 for my DB Syncr. Wanted a beefier fork over the 140mm 32mm recon rl fork it came with. I mostly trail ride but do take it to the bike park sometimes.

So I've just ordered a Vitus Mythique VRX with the Z1 40 mil travel . I weigh around 215 lbs , and will likely be riding pretty mellow terrain . Do you think I will need to use volume spacers or use more compression damping ?

oh wow, I bought a Sentier VR 27 which is arriving this coming Friday. It has the Z2. Would that mean this fork is not good for doing light jumps and drops?

Cold you please make a video with 37mm vs 44mm ( or 46mm) offset on a 27,5 enduro bike? I ve a 46mm on my nomad and it feels like a young stallion with no manners. I would like to know if the bike would calm down with a shorter offset and if it is still alive and not dead with short offset.

Do you guys still offer shortening the travel on the Z1? You have a 150mm in stock that I want in 140mm.

My 160 Z1 IS AWESOME On My CF Warden Can't Wait To SuperCharge It😎

I might of missed this but what width tyre will these fit?

I got hands on a Z2 with 150mm travel from 2019. Is there any technical difference between the 2019 and 2020 Version?

Question: Grey area. I'm 250lbs, but I ride a Santa Cruz Chameleon 29er and SC has told me max recommended travel is 130mm (29er, but 140mm for 27.5). In this scenario should I be getting a Z1 and 36mm stanchions but exceeding travel recommendations? Then I affect HTA, BB height and STA right? Wouldn't it be better to stick to say 130mm and whatever size stanchions are available?

I just perchanced a Rockey Mountain Altitude powerplay A30 coil and the Rockshox Domain is a crazy heavy fork. I'm thinking I my need to go with a Z1 170 air to match the Bomer CR coil out back...

190#, aggressive rocky terrain on HT made for a 140mm with 65* HA. Z1 or Z

Lost co is my favorite bike store and fanatik

Did you say you can modify a Z1 for 130mm or that they offer them in 130? I see the option on the Marzocchi site but no stock. I see stock on your site, but no 130mm option. Please clarify. What does the modification cost and would the for be moddable to the longer travel versions if I took it to a different frame?

I currently have a Rockshox Revelation on my hardtail, 130 on the travel. Anyone think it would be worth the upgrade to go to a 140mm Z2 ? Really digging that red color 🔥

Sick

Man i miss the marzocchi monster T

Do I need to change spring in Z2 if I weight around 250?

Hi there buddy, I have a question for you, if I'm 210 lbs and I get the Z2 140mmm the question is, is not better to get the Z1 170mmm to balance my big weight with thw resistance of the bomber coil fork?, or it doesn't matter how weight people are?, greetings from Everett WA and Guadalajara Mexico

Can you drop the z1 to 100mm using a fox evol 100mm shaft?

which fork should I get if I am trying to progress my skill at mtbing. (I can already do jumps at around 2 feet)

Try to review the Manitou Mattoc pro pls

Surprised to not see these on any of the 2020 direct consumer brands bikes like commencal or yt. Wouldn't these be better for the budget aluminum models as the people looking at these bikes are looking to save a few bucks?

Would a fox 34 grip damper fit in the z2?

When do you think you will get a red z1 140mm instock?

Hi can the z1 put the grip2 vvc damper?

You guys have any idea how/if these forks work with the 2016 specialized fsr stumpjumper fattie? I have no idea if I have a boosted front rim. Appreciate any repsones.

My Marzocchi doesn't have the quick release. It has both sides sealed with a hex bolt. How I supposed to remove this wheel

What would you recommend for me? I'm about 140 pounds, an aggressive rider and I need about 130-140mm of travel. What do you think?

when you say spring version is 'super sensitive to small bumps' do you mean you feel the bumps more, or less?

Seems very comparable to "Rhythm" series from Fox.

Does the z2 have an emulsion damper?

How many volume spacers are people running on this fork? It came with 1 installed from stock but I added 2 more for now

What is a "heavier rider"? I'm 6'5", 195 lbs.... Looking for a140 mm fork to put on specialized fuse 29 hardtail..

The z2 is like the 34 rythim and the z1 like the 36 rythim

Shopping cart: Bomber Z1 - Matte Black Fox 36 Performance Elite decal kit Fox 36 Air Cap Fox Grip Damper Dial - Blue (;

What do you consider to be a "heavier rider"? I'm ~180-185lbs

What does it mean with boost front wheel? TIA

Is there a straight tube version of the Bomber Z2?

All Z2 fork 29 ear are boost spacing?

Hi can you put a 203mm disc rotor in the bomber z2 27.5

Hey the lost co I have a zoom fork is it a good fork?

Do they fit plus size tire

i have a 29" marzoochi bomber Z2 with 150mm of travel

Can the 27,5 version fit a 29er too?

Can these fit 27.5+ tires 27.5x2.8?

Does this bike come with reflectors?

do you recommend one over the other for a hardtail?

It went together easily in less than an hour. kzfaq.infoUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Make sure the front fork is forward or the pedals will hit the front tire. Tires are both a little soft so it needs air before I ride it. The rear wheel didn't come with a clamp regular bolts hold it on. The front had the clamp. No scratches out of box. Rims are a little off with a slight wobble. They could have spent more time with the spoke tool fixing the run out. So far out of the box I'm happy with it. I did replace the pedals with a nice aftermarket set. After riding it a bit my A$$ is a bit sore so I ordered another seat. Overall I'm nearly 60 and didn't ride a bike in 30 years. I like my new 29" Schwinn. It will be used for casual rides with my friend.

I thought the difference was suspension travel? Like a 36 and a 34. Guess i was wrong Edit: Nvm i was right, i wrote this comment before i watched the video

Can the Z2 fit 2.8 tires for 27.5

Is it true the only difference between fox 36 and z1 are just weight in metal used?

does anyone know where to find a compatible thru axle for this?

i went from fox 34 150mm to the z1 170mm wort every penny

has anyone put the long travel 27.5 uppers into the 26 lowers?

how did you get a red Z2? Marzocchi says that red is for Z1 ONLY.......

If my bike takes 27.5x3.0 tires, which model should I be looking at?

I'd save a little more money and buy the helm air! That fork seems intimidating but its super easy to set up to feel how ever you want it to feel!

Damn i'm still riding a octane one zircus with a rockshox domain single crown 180mm lol

Was close to buy one.... Then I saw the price difference in Europe....

What if you are a aggressive rider but a lighter rider

Hey mate do u know if the z1 can be upgrade with a grip2?

What about the coil Z1❓

Z2 can be adjusted to 140mm?

i dont know how i got a z2 with 160 travel but its the dream

Z1🇵🇪👍🏾

Z1 for $699 or the Z2 for $499 🤔....... What can I get for $89.99?

I’m broke Af and prefer the z2 price but weigh 160 lbs and ride mega aggressively. Help!