Rigid Fork To Replace Suspension Fork
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Rigid Fork To Replace Suspension Fork
Currently, my Kona Fire Mountain (2012) has a RockShox XC28 100mm w/Turnkey but it's dying.
I'd like to replace it with a suspension corrected rigid fork.
Any suggestions on brand, model, and where to purchase?
Thanks!
I'd like to replace it with a suspension corrected rigid fork.
Any suggestions on brand, model, and where to purchase?
Thanks!
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As an alternative- I got an adjustable damping fork with remote lockout on aliexpress for less than $200. SO far the Suntour seems to work quite well. Much better thAN THE OLD ROCKSHOX. (darn caps lock!)
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You got some sag by sitting, with your weight on the bars,
then measure the axle to fork crown race and the rake/offset ..
matching whats on there now ... and the steering feel will be similar.. Shop the dimensions ..
then measure the axle to fork crown race and the rake/offset ..
matching whats on there now ... and the steering feel will be similar.. Shop the dimensions ..
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As you have a Kona would first look for some Project 2 forks, as they are from Kona, they have been around for ages and are well regarded. They may take a bit of hunting (ebay, craigslist etc) but should work well with your bike
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Again, thank you for all the help!
I hope this post will help someone in the future.
Summary of Kona Fire Mountain (2012) Rigid Fork Conversion:
SpeedEZ ATB (used with front suspension)
https://ecom1.planetbike.com/7016.html
Purchased: Amazon.com
Conversion Parts:
Kona Project 2, 26" Mountain Fork, 440, Disc Only
Purchased: Bikeman Kona Project 2, 26" Mountain Fork, 440, Disc Only
- Cut and installed by LBS - Sprocket Cycles
Adjustable Stem
- Purchased and installed by LBS - Sprocket Cycles
Fender Flute
Problem Solvers
Self installed.
- Purchased: Problem Solvers Fender Flute: fits fender on tall fork - Modern Bike
Planet Bike Hardcore ATB Fender Hardware Kit
Self installed.
- Purchased: ATB Fender Hardware Kit


P.S. One picture is sideways but appears normal on my PC. I don't know how to fix that.
I hope this post will help someone in the future.
Summary of Kona Fire Mountain (2012) Rigid Fork Conversion:
SpeedEZ ATB (used with front suspension)
https://ecom1.planetbike.com/7016.html
Purchased: Amazon.com
Conversion Parts:
Kona Project 2, 26" Mountain Fork, 440, Disc Only
Purchased: Bikeman Kona Project 2, 26" Mountain Fork, 440, Disc Only
- Cut and installed by LBS - Sprocket Cycles
Adjustable Stem
- Purchased and installed by LBS - Sprocket Cycles
Fender Flute
Problem Solvers
Self installed.
- Purchased: Problem Solvers Fender Flute: fits fender on tall fork - Modern Bike
Planet Bike Hardcore ATB Fender Hardware Kit
Self installed.
- Purchased: ATB Fender Hardware Kit
P.S. One picture is sideways but appears normal on my PC. I don't know how to fix that.
Last edited by SBTurtle; 06-16-16 at 02:42 PM.
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