Road Cycling - Newbie Fork Question

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tmartini

04-19-02, 12:28 PM

I know this is a reallllly basic question, but..... Can anybody tell me what size of forks I need for Mavic CXP23 rims. Being new to the Road side of biking, I assumed (much like MTB) the Mavic CXP23 rims I ordered and the Nashbar 650c/ Unthreaded Forks I ordered would be copasetic. One word, nope. And wouldn't you know that I cut the steer tube before trying on the wheelset...dope!! Any help would be most appreciated. God only knows when the Nashbar guys will get back to me!!

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velocipedio

04-19-02, 01:06 PM

Road wheels are 700c -- 650c is used for triathlon bikes. Consequently, you need a fork that will accomodate a 700c wheel. Make sure you get the steerer size right, too.