Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - headsets

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riotboy
02-05-06, 07:26 AM
im looking to buy a 1" threaded. i dont have the $ to invest into anything like a chris king.
opinions? suggestions?


ThaRiddla
02-05-06, 07:34 AM
Alfred E. Bike and Loose Screws both have options for a decent headset for under $30.

christiank
02-05-06, 07:47 AM
Are you looking for a threaded or threadless headset? You can probably find threaded or threadless Campagnolo Chorus for less than $50 or a threaded Shimano 105 in the $30 range. Both decent headsets.


brunning
02-05-06, 08:26 AM
just get the FSA 1" threaded from IRO for $20. you'll never notice the difference.

spider-man
02-05-06, 08:41 AM
I second the Campy Chorus.

sbeatonNJ
02-05-06, 08:51 AM
I saw several used Dura Ace 1" threaded pretty cheap on ebay, heck I picked mine up for ten dollars.

11201ny
02-05-06, 08:53 AM
my (threadless OMAS) headset is old & gummed up. i bought it with my frame used. i know absolutely nothing about headsets, and am pondering two choices: buy a new headset, or; clean up the OMAS. i am not a (competitive) track rider, however i ride pretty seriously through the streets of nyc (100mi/week). if i am to purchase a new headset, is there any reason to drop the $'s on a really good one?