Originally Posted by
noglider
I've had cheap headsets last for decades. The expensive ones don't necessarily last longer or work better. I'm not sure where the value is in the high end units.
I have questions about the "value" of an expensive headset as well; headsets don't really add a lot of performance value to a bike and I've seen pricey ones blow up as well. Based on my experience with the Stronglight A9 and the way it help up over very rough roads for a lot of different cyclist, I'm inclined to believe that the IRD roller drive HS is worth the money (I've seen prices from $60 plus to $80).