Originally Posted by
bikingcajun
I’m just going to use it to kick around.
Rigid forks are cheaper.
Originally Posted by
bikingcajun
So dabac you say that this bike has a “It has an 1 1/8” threadless steerer.” That’s the kind of info I need, any idea on steerer length? I know it’s a 26 inch.
Steerer length is dependent on the frame size - head tube length of the frame - and how many spacers you want to use below the stem.
I Can't Tell From Here.
Originally Posted by
bikingcajun
I know it’s a 26 inch.
That is not a useful reference for determining head tube length or the preferred amount of spacers.
Originally Posted by
bikingcajun
The mechanics of doing it is pretty simple
Try doing a search on "star nut install", "short steerer tube", "crown race install/removal" and you'll see there are plenty of ways to get it wrong.
Originally Posted by
bikingcajun
... travel (I don’t care much)...
Changing the travel WILL change how the bike rides. And to some degree, the loads on fork and frame.
While a "blind" change generally will still result in a rideable bike, no one can guarantee (that you'll like) the results.
Originally Posted by
bikingcajun
Please correct me if I’m wrong but it seems like all I need is to get a 26”, travel (I don’t care much), 1 1/8” treadless steerer, V brake? That’s about all I should need to know right?
If buying used - remaining steerer tube length. Condition of fork. Rebuild options of fork.
Originally Posted by
bikingcajun
Right now I’m just looking on ebay and the like. Any suggestions of a better place to search?
Bike kitchen, bike co-op.