This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 32 and 34mm fork stanchions. The Advantages of 32mm Stanchions Lighter All things being equal (length, material, quality...etc.), stanchions with a 32mm…
A 160mm fork can be installed on a 120mm hardtail only when the head tube is strong enough to endure the additional stress coming from the extra length. If the…
A fork with 160mm of travel can be installed on a 140mm bike only when the head tube is strong enough to handle the additional 20mm.If that condition isn't met,…
Condensed Answer: A 26" fork with long legs may accept a 27.5" wheel. However, the change may require the user to replace the tire with a slimmer one to reduce…
Most BMX forks are the same size or extremely close. Brands follow an industry standard for maximum compatibility and to ensure that their forks do not cause major changes to…
This post compares lugged and unicrown forks. Definitions Lugged Fork Lugged forks are built with the help of a steel sleeve (lug) and a metal-joining process known as brazing. The…
The comparison between straight and curved forks requires an explanation of a few basic terms describing the geometry of a bicycle: 1. Fork rake (offset) The fork offset also known…
Manufacturers have been producing bicycles with frames and forks made of different materials for quite a while now. The most common combination is an aluminum frame paired with a carbon…