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01-31-17 | 06:21 PM

Tronzambony

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Carbon fork help!

Does anyone have any suggestions on a carbon fork under 200???

01-31-17 | 06:32 PM

Scrodzilla

Your cog is slipping.

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01-31-17 | 08:59 PM

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what kinda tire clearance can ya get on that?

01-31-17 | 09:39 PM

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Just decided to check mine out of curiosity. It just barely fits a 28c Pasela.

01-31-17 | 09:43 PM

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I will prob go for that one! do you think its worth looking for it used or just get new?

01-31-17 | 09:47 PM

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SHILL!!!!

01-31-17 | 09:48 PM

Scrodzilla

Your cog is slipping.

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Originally Posted by Wspsux

what kinda tire clearance can ya get on that?

If only the specs were listed somewhere...

01-31-17 | 09:59 PM

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[MENTION=164476]Scrodzilla[/MENTION] Bikeforums is my spec sheet

02-02-17 | 07:58 AM

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I will prob go for that one! do you think its worth looking for it used or just get new?

Used carbon is generally a poor idea unless you really know what the in depth history of that fork is. I wouldn't want to buy someone's used carbon because I don't know what has happened to it and I cannot guarantee it is safe to ride on.

Buy a new one, support your local shop or at least Scrodzy who runs a small shop which for some may not be local but specializes in those fixed gear and single speed bikes the kids are all talking about these days.

02-07-17 | 08:54 AM

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After several years of riding, I recently pitched my Nashbar 1-inch threaded carbon fork, replacing it with the original fork on my '85 Fuji single-speed. I haven't noticed a difference other than rake (now less steep). I recall paying about $125 for that fork. Worked well, I guess.