I ended up paying as much for the Syncros as I would have for a King, but I don't regret choosing the Syncros. It has been smooth and reliable - no complaints. The bearings are still in great shape. It never comes loose. Anything that can go through two very wet winters is worth investing in.
Lets see a loose bearing HS do that.
After riding it for a year I have to say that the Syncros headset has proven to at least as good as the King, if not just a little better. The mighty few that claimed glory that day were King, Syncros, Raceface, and Cane Creek. They each stood draped in alum and Ti, the anodized colors shone in the sunlight. They each ruled equally and justly in the heavens. They were our victors.