Stems/ headsets
Hello all, returned to cycling after a 15 year abscence (!) last summer. Am still using my Ribble 653 frame and have upgraded as I go. I want to replace the headset/ stem, but mine is an old fashioned conventional alloy 'L' shaped stem. I want to upgrade to a modern one, but don't know if this is possible with my frame/ forks. I know this may be a divvy question, but can someone explain all to me please!!
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Chris King 1" NoThreadset Headset
New 1" fork (non-threaded)
Stem (1.125" stems can be used with a shim)
You should take the opportunity to "upgrade" to oversize bars at the same time.0 -
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=6254
You need something like this. You can then use a standard A-head type stem.0 -
TornadoTom wrote:Chris King 1" NoThreadset Headset
New 1" fork (non-threaded)
Stem (1.125" stems can be used with a shim)
You should take the opportunity to "upgrade" to oversize bars at the same time.
FWIW I don't see oversize bars as an "upgrade". More of a solution to a problem that doesn't exist.0 -
dennisn wrote:TornadoTom wrote:Chris King 1" NoThreadset Headset
New 1" fork (non-threaded)
Stem (1.125" stems can be used with a shim)
You should take the opportunity to "upgrade" to oversize bars at the same time.
FWIW I don't see oversize bars as an "upgrade". More of a solution to a problem that doesn't exist.
That's why I used the inverted commas Dennis. However the future is looking increasing like 31.8mm will be the standard. Less and less of the 26/25.4mm stuff is being made.0 -
Thanks lads. John T , that looks like a good bit of kit, think I may go for that for now. I have already bought some new bars and they fit ok in my alloy stem0
