Originally Posted by
jimc101
No reason why you can't stick a tapered fork into the frame, you would need an appropriate headset (CaneCreek make a convert, I have and use one).
This being a cost effective solution is another matter.
For the offset question, for most MTB's since the late 90's this is a non-issue, unless you have the Gary Fisher geometry (which your bike does), and this can complicate things when looking at changing forks.
Ah, so if I get an upgraded fork, buy one with a taper fork now and converter, then I can use that in the future on more modern frames (at least possibly). yes?