Seems like it's a bit hard to find a fork's specs, most online shop only state the steerer length. I'm in the process of ordering a custom Ti frame, but they don't stock any fork. As the builder let the customer submit their own frame measurements I guess I need to find a fork first, so I can determine the HT angle/length based on the crown-to-axle length and the rake size

Any recommendation of a good carbon (or steel?) fork around $250 with clearance for 28c tyre with short reach brake.

Enve is most popular but I like my Ritchey WCS fork just fine. It is paired to my Habanero Ti frame. I know it can handle 25 but I don't know about 28, you may need to check the specs.

^^^ The Ritchey WCS is a superb fork amd not outrageously priced. The slightly lower level Pro is also quite good. Those are my go to forks.

You're building a custom Ti bike and want to keep it cheap?

the custom Ti frame itself is only $700

OP, you would want to be very careful buying a "used" fork off ebay, but that can be a very cost-effective way to go about it. There are lots of forks floating around the lightly used market due to them being cut too short by mistake. Many have never been ridden, just made too small for the original owners in the cutting process. Their loss can be your gain. Just do your best to verify that the fork was never crashed or damaged any other way. There are usually lots of Ritcheys to be had that way. Also be sure the steerer matches your frame in terms of dimensions, taper, etc.

Its only going to last a few years until it cracks, you don't want to spend too much.

If you don't mind, where are you getting a custom Ti Frame for $700?

More of a spork person myself.

enve fork will assplode on you

I haven't laughed this hard all week, thanks.

OP, this is on sale for $175 right now if you like 3T

3T Funda Team Carbon Road Fork

Thanks for the link

good info, Thanks!