2017 Norco Optic C9.3 vs 2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.1
The L is the Norco Fluid FS 7.1 size closest to your M Norco Optic C9.3. 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 Fluid FS 7.1
Compared with the Norco Optic C9.3 in M, the Norco Fluid FS 7.1 in L places the top of the head tube 7 mm lower and 11 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −7 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +11 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +4 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 Optic C9.3 numbers we have for size M are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Norco Optic C9.3 M | Norco Fluid FS 7.1 L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 441 | 452 | +11 mm |
| Stack | 598 | 591 | −7 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5 | 68.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.9 | 74.5 | −0.4° |
| Wheelbase | 1144 | 1148 | +4 mm |
| BB height | 332 | 332 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 92 | 122 | +30 mm |
Differences are the Norco Fluid FS 7.1 minus the Norco Optic C9.3. Full charts: 2017 Norco Optic C9.3, 2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.1.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Optic C9.3Norco Fluid FS 7.1
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 Optic C9.3C9.3 | Norco Fluid FS 7.17.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RL 100x15mm | RockShox Recon RL Gold |
| Rear shock | Fox Float DPS Performane EVOL | RockShox Monarch RL HVI |
| Shifter | SRAM GX1 11sp | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX1 | SRAM NX 11 speed RD |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1150 10-42T | SRAM CS PG 1130 11-42T 11 speed |
| Chain | SRAM PC 1130 11sp | SRAM PC 1110 11 speed |
| Crankset | SRAM FC S-1000 32T | SRAM NX 1 w/30T narrow/wide Powerspline |
| Tire | Schwalbe Nobby Nic 29x2.35 DC front and rear | Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.25 |
| Rim | Alex Rims DP 23 29 I23 tubeless compatible | WTB STP i25 TCS 27.5" tubeless ready rim" |
| Brake | SRAM Level T | Shimano Acera M365 |
| Handlebar | Norco 6061 DB alloy 760mmx25mm | not listed |
| Grips | Norco Lock On Grip | Norco lock on grip w/Norco end plug |
| Seatpost | KS E-Ten Integra adj post w / remote stealth | not listed |
| Saddle | SDG Circuit Mtn with steel rails | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM Power Spline BB |
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