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Originally Posted by NocoRider

I'm in the process of converting a Trek Singletrack (26" wheels). It came with a suspension fork which is trashed and really heavy. I'd like to find a rigid replacement made of good quality steel (Tange, True Temper, etc). I'd even consider carbon. Most of what I've been able to find are forks weighing 1,100 g (2.4 pounds)!!!

I've looked on eBay but since the frame is 22", all of the used forks have steerer tubes that are too short.

Recommendations anyone?

https://www.somafab.com/parts/forks

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