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Just read [url= http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/new-headset-allows-use-of-tapered-steerers-in-some-1-18in-head-tubes-25275/ ]this article[/url] regarding a cane creek headset that allows tapered steerer forks in 1"1/8th head tubes. Has anyone done this? I'm slightly confused as to what type of head tube the frame needs to have for it to work? Am I right in saying its the type that uses a pressed in headset that's invisible (semi integrated) and that it won't work with a traditional head tube.
Yup, you need a zero stack head tube.
yes.
I think my Giant NRS woudl cope as it has an internal headset, but anythign with external cups now won't.
I nearly bought one of the CRC sale taper forks on the back of this headset becoming available.
44mm headtube, not 1 &1/8 standard.
Very confusing.
Yup you got it, you need a 44mm ID headtube which you find in frames fitted with zero stack headsets - ie the bearings sit withing the headtube (but still in cups).
Normal 1 1/8th steerer frames are smaller than this and use external cups so are not compatible.
oh well, neither of mine are any good then 🙁
I'm pretty sure [url= http://www.ukbikestore.co.uk/product/73/130_0010/gravity-dx-zs-headset-gravity-1dx-pro.html ]this[/url] will do the same thing:
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N_E_D errr no that reads to be true 1.5 headtube headset abet to fit tapered forks, with a 49mm inner measurement, unlike those above which fit a 44mm inner.
http://blog.sidewayscycles.co.uk/2011/03/25/1-5-steerer-integrated-headset/
I only know because I have a new 5 spot. Identifying and getting the correct HS was a nightmare. So much terminology and contradictions. Headsets are a real minefield and I couldn't find a decent guide anywhere.
I'm pretty sure this will do the same thing:
that's for a 49.6 head tube, not the 44mm they are talking about
[url= http://www.jejamescycles.co.uk/nuke-proof-warhead-item171594.html ]This'll work[/url]
given nukeproof pedals are re-badged HT industries, what the betting thats a re-badged cane creek headset
[url= http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=55507 ]CRC one[/url]
Worth a go. You'll have to wait till august time if you want a pukka Chris King inset 7. That CRC. one's for 49mm headtube mate.
nope this is the one you want for a 44mm headtube
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=60615
only downside to the nukeproof one is the lower cup had an insert of 20mm took 5 mins to cut down .... working a treat in my iron horse