Originally Posted by
Andrew R Stewart
So my question is why the need for a fork. Was there a fork bending incident? (If so then the next question is has the frame been checked out?) Was the OEM fork not included with the frame (purchase)? Is the current fork somehow just not to the liking?
Next up are my builder's perspective ones. What axle to crown seat dimension? What rake? With or without a brake caliper mounting hole? And if so with what rim diameter and brake reach are intended?
One additional note with damaged STEEL forks is that if the damage isn't too severe, they can be straightened.
From the tinkerer's perspective, there is a great deal of flexibility in what will fit and work. However, there are issues like brake reach and tire size that still must be addressed.
A Hybrid fork should likely give adequate tire clearance, but could push the limits of a caliper brake.