recommend me a fork
03-02-16, 06:56 PM
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recommend me a fork
Seems like it's a bit hard to find a fork's specs, most online shop only state the steerer length. I'm in the process of ordering a custom Ti frame, but they don't stock any fork. As the builder let the customer submit their own frame measurements I guess I need to find a fork first, so I can determine the HT angle/length based on the crown-to-axle length and the rake size
Any recommendation of a good carbon (or steel?) fork around $250 with clearance for 28c tyre with short reach brake.
Any recommendation of a good carbon (or steel?) fork around $250 with clearance for 28c tyre with short reach brake.
03-02-16, 07:01 PM
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You're building a custom Ti bike and want to keep it cheap?
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OP, you would want to be very careful buying a "used" fork off ebay, but that can be a very cost-effective way to go about it. There are lots of forks floating around the lightly used market due to them being cut too short by mistake. Many have never been ridden, just made too small for the original owners in the cutting process. Their loss can be your gain. Just do your best to verify that the fork was never crashed or damaged any other way. There are usually lots of Ritcheys to be had that way. Also be sure the steerer matches your frame in terms of dimensions, taper, etc.
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03-03-16, 08:47 AM
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03-03-16, 07:17 PM
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OP, you would want to be very careful buying a "used" fork off ebay, but that can be a very cost-effective way to go about it. There are lots of forks floating around the lightly used market due to them being cut too short by mistake. Many have never been ridden, just made too small for the original owners in the cutting process. Their loss can be your gain. Just do your best to verify that the fork was never crashed or damaged any other way. There are usually lots of Ritcheys to be had that way. Also be sure the steerer matches your frame in terms of dimensions, taper, etc.
