Light 20" fork for integrated bearings?
11-07-19, 05:30 PM
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Light 20" fork for integrated bearings?
I don't need strength, won't be doing racing or tricks. I just need a light-as-affordable fork for my 2017 Redline MX Expert 20". Preferably from Amazon or eBay (USA). Would like to spend no more than $100.
The head tube is made for integrated bearings, my first experience with that.
I accidentally destroyed the fork that came with it.
Thanks.
The head tube is made for integrated bearings, my first experience with that.
I accidentally destroyed the fork that came with it.
Thanks.
11-08-19, 08:30 AM
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A light fork will do little or nothing for you (a fork only weighs a couple pounds in the first place) and it's a bit odd that you have no concerns about strength after destroying the previous one.
11-08-19, 09:31 AM
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"Strong, cheap and lightweight. Choose two." IIRC Keith Bontrager was heard saying this. Andy
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11-08-19, 11:40 AM
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11-10-19, 10:05 PM
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Being unconcerned about strength is not "odd". The accidental destruction of the stock fork had nothing to do with its strength.
11-12-19, 02:25 PM
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If Redline doesn't have replacement parts for their bikes look to another brand. I would make me feel very confident about their current product. Years ago I had a 20 inch Redline BMX and had no problem getting replacements for things I needed. Roger
03-08-20, 03:35 AM
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Think I figured out what's going on... My Redline fork headset does not include a bottom wedge/spacer that would stick up into the bearing to center it. Instead, the Redline fork itself has a built-in wedge/spacer. Apparently modern forks have a flat platform, not including the bottom wedge/spacer. They expect that part to be included in the headset. Makes sense (right or wrong). Seems that's the way it is.
