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Old 10-19-05, 10:48 PM
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looking for fork advice

Hi all. I've been scouring the internet trying to find a fork for touring use. I'm converting a hardtail jamis for what it's worth. Can anyone recommed a steel 1-1/8" fork that has rack mounting fittings? More importantly, where can I buy such a fork? I figured e-bay would solve my problem, but I couldn't find a fork to fit the bill. Thanks for any help!

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Old 10-19-05, 11:59 PM
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Nashbar has a cyclocross fork in both steel and carbon that is somewhat appropriate. Has disc mounts.
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Old 10-20-05, 12:19 AM
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Surly make cro-mo replacement forks for the LHT in both 700C or 26":
https://www.surlybikes.com/forks.html

or if you prefer the plusher ride of 531 and two different rakes:
https://www.sjscycles.com/

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If you need suspension corrected go for the Surly 1x1, kona project 2, or a tange or dimension.

These don't have mid fork brazeons but this doesn't stop the guys at Rivendell.
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