Headset Recommendation?
08-27-19 | 02:43 PM
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Bikes: 1992 Serotta Colorado II,Co-Motion Speedster, Giant Escape Hybrid, 1977 Schwinn Super Le Tour
Headset Recommendation?
I will be needing a new headset for one of my Long Haul Trucker touring bikes. In the past I have used Cane Creek units. Just wondering if I wanted to move up in quality what might be a good choice?
The CC has been fine but just ruminating!
Thanks!
The CC has been fine but just ruminating!
Thanks!
08-27-19 | 04:01 PM
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Bikes: '96 Litespeed Catalyst, '05 Litespeed Firenze, '06 Litespeed Tuscany, '20 Surly Midnight Special, All are 3x10. It is hilly around here!
+1 for the Cane Creek headsets, the 40 series is excellent for the price. I've had ok results with a couple of FSA headsets. I've had excellent service from a Chris King but it's awfully pricy. Velo Orange's Gran Cru headsets are also excellent at a mid-price point and have a split "crown race" so installation is requires no tools.
08-28-19 | 07:52 AM
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Bikes: '96 Litespeed Catalyst, '05 Litespeed Firenze, '06 Litespeed Tuscany, '20 Surly Midnight Special, All are 3x10. It is hilly around here!
Well, the CC 110-series headsets are certainly top quality but are as expensive or more expensive than a Chris King and the Chris King has more snob-appeal. If you are going to spend that much on a headset, the King will impress your friends more. 
