Lugged fork unicorn
05-14-21, 07:19 AM
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Lugged fork unicorn
Hi all.
I'd love to replace the unicrown fork on my old bridgestone with a lugged fork. But it seems looking for a 1-inch, threaded fork with canti bosses for a 26'' wheel is akin to looking for a unicorn. Is there any manufacturer that produces such an animal?
I'd love to replace the unicrown fork on my old bridgestone with a lugged fork. But it seems looking for a 1-inch, threaded fork with canti bosses for a 26'' wheel is akin to looking for a unicorn. Is there any manufacturer that produces such an animal?
05-14-21, 08:02 AM
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I had seen that. And it is all kinds of pretty. I'm not smart enough to know if that would work with my 26'' wheels. There are plenty of smart people here I hope can shed some insight.
Of course, I could always decide to 650b the old gal. Can't say that doesn't hold some appeal.
Of course, I could always decide to 650b the old gal. Can't say that doesn't hold some appeal.
05-14-21, 08:24 AM
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Most of the early rigid mountain bikes had 1” threaded forks with classic fork crowns, 26” wheels and cantilever brakes. They can be found on eBay and CL, although you may need to buy a whole frame set to get the fork. I have seen NOS examples of the forks alone go for anywhere between $50 to $150 on eBay.
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This is an option if you want to run a disc brake:
https://crustbikes.com/collections/f...romanceur-fork
https://crustbikes.com/collections/f...romanceur-fork
05-14-21, 09:38 AM
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I have one that's a nice fork of unknown provenance but in good shape, 99% sure it's for 26" but can confirm this on Sunday. It's painted orange. I will try to remember to take some pix. Actually I will just try to remember ANYthing by Sunday! 
Also I'm PRETTY sure it's a 1" steerer but not guaranteed, and how much steerer length do you need?
Also I'm PRETTY sure it's a 1" steerer but not guaranteed, and how much steerer length do you need?
05-14-21, 11:03 AM
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Thanks, mister! Good question on the fork length. I wish I had a good answer, other than "what the old gal came with in 1992." lol. I'll see if I can take 'er apart before Sunday. Much appreciated.
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I don't know about unicorn... but here's a lugged fork, unicrown:
1987 Schwinn High Sierra by Dave The Golden Boy, on Flickr
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1987 Schwinn High Sierra by Dave The Golden Boy, on FlickrHigh Sierra Fillet Brazed by Dave The Golden Boy, on Flickr
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Originally Posted by eyemkeith
Thanks, mister! Good question on the fork length. I wish I had a good answer, other than "what the old gal came with in 1992." lol. I'll see if I can take 'er apart before Sunday. Much appreciated.
05-14-21, 05:37 PM
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There were some nice biplane forks on Norco Bigfoots (and others)varound '85. Not as elegant as the MB-1's but in the same vernacular. '84 and earlier had .883 steerers though.
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Sorry to report: you're still on the Unicorn hunt, cause I was wrong on multiple counts about the fork I have stashed away, It's not 1" (but 1.125") and it's not threaded, either (threadless) but...it IS orange!
Sorry my memory is so unreliable but, Happy Hunting!
Sorry my memory is so unreliable but, Happy Hunting!
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fyi, keep in mind the axle to crown height. unicrown's are generally taller than a lugged crown fork. this would throw the front end downward on your bike if the lugged fork is shorter. you may find one that isn't shorter (good luck!), but it's something to consider
