Surly 1x1 fork vs Kona Project 2
07-05-07, 11:31 AM
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Surly 1x1 fork vs Kona Project 2
I'm finally upgrading my rigid singlespeed to front disc brakes. It currently has the non-disc Surly 1x1 fork, so I'll need to replace it with one that has IS disc mounts.
Option 1: the 1x1 fork again, but the disc version:
Option 2: the Kona Project 2 disc:
Have you ridden both? Any opinions on stiffness, handling, etc? I like the Surly alright, but does the Kona track better?
The Surly would be a little more adaptable, since it has disc AND rim brake bosses...but I doubt I'll do much switching between the two.
Option 1: the 1x1 fork again, but the disc version:
Option 2: the Kona Project 2 disc:
Have you ridden both? Any opinions on stiffness, handling, etc? I like the Surly alright, but does the Kona track better?
The Surly would be a little more adaptable, since it has disc AND rim brake bosses...but I doubt I'll do much switching between the two.
07-05-07, 11:59 AM
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do you ever run big ass tires up front?
The main difference is clearance. You can run a 3'' tire up front on the 1x1. You max out at about 2.5 on the P2
they are both stiff enough and the p2 is a bit lighter.
I would imagine the 1x1 is more durable but I have never seen anyone snap or bend either fork.
The main difference is clearance. You can run a 3'' tire up front on the 1x1. You max out at about 2.5 on the P2
they are both stiff enough and the p2 is a bit lighter.
I would imagine the 1x1 is more durable but I have never seen anyone snap or bend either fork.
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Originally Posted by slopvehicle
I usually run a 2.4" in front. I doubt I'd ever go as high as 3", but maybe I'll find myself on a glacier one day...
07-05-07, 05:30 PM
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The P2 is a much nicer, and far better handling fork. Lighter doesn't hurt, either. Unless you'r doing things you shouldn't be doing on that bike, it'll be quite tough enough. Bonus: you can get the 29" version to gain a bit of front end height if you want. ( i like slack angled bikes)
