2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.2 vs 2017 Norco Optic A9.2
The S is the Norco Optic A9.2 size closest to your S Norco Fluid FS 7.2. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Norco Optic A9.2
Compared with the Norco Fluid FS 7.2 in S, the Norco Optic A9.2 in S places the top of the head tube 24 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 13 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +24 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +13 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Norco Fluid FS 7.2 numbers we have for size S are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Norco Fluid FS 7.2 S | Norco Optic A9.2 S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 412 | 414 | +2 mm |
| Stack | 577 | 601 | +24 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5 | 68.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 75.4 | +0.9° |
| Wheelbase | 1101 | 1114 | +13 mm |
| BB height | 332 | 332 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 107 | 95 | −12 mm |
Differences are the Norco Optic A9.2 minus the Norco Fluid FS 7.2. Full charts: 2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.2, 2017 Norco Optic A9.2.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Fluid FS 7.2Norco Optic A9.2
Each bike is ranked against the other trail bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Norco Fluid FS 7.27.2 | Norco Optic A9.2A9.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon RL solo air 120x15mm Silver | RockShox Sektor TK 29 100x15mm Silver |
| Rear shock | RockShox Monarch R HVI | Fox Float DPS Performane EVOL |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore 10 speed shifter | SRAM GX1 11sp |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore Shadow Plus SGS 10 speed | SRAM GX |
| Cassette | SunRace 11/40 T cassette | SRAM XG 1150 10-42T |
| Crankset | Samox 2pc w/30T narrow/wide ring | SRAM FC S-1000 w/32T |
| Tire | Maxxis Ardent 2.25 | not listed |
| Rim | WTB STP I 23 TCS tubeless compatible rim | Alex Rims DP23 double wall 29er I23 tubeless compatible |
| Brake | Tektro Hydraulic Disc brake HD-M285 w/160mm | not listed |
| Grips | Norco MTB gator design trail grip | Norco Lock On Grip |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM PC 1130 11sp |
| Handlebar | not listed | Norco 6061 DB alloy 760mmx25mm |
| Saddle | not listed | SDG Circuit Mtn |
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