Favorite Generic Headset?
11-10-13, 04:55 PM
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Favorite Generic Headset?
When replacing a (JIS or Italian) 1" threaded headset, do you guys have a favorite source/brand in cases where you're not concerned about originality?
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11-10-13, 05:03 PM
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Tange levin, velo orange,
11-10-13, 06:00 PM
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Something with roller bearings....should last a lifetime. Big fan of Stronglight here.
11-10-13, 07:29 PM
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11-10-13, 09:09 PM
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My Hatta Vesta has been pretty good.
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11-11-13, 12:33 PM
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I used to think Ritchy Logic was another good, cheap option, but had a few failures with that one...I think VO has some excellent options at a slightly higher price.
Wish the old A9 Stronglight (and variants) with roller bearings was still sold...you can still find a few but the supply is spotty.
11-11-13, 03:36 PM
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Thanks, guys! Great info. 
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Another Tange Levin fan.
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