new headset
blablablacksheep
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Looking for a new headset to replace my getting very worn out 2008 one that came with my rockhopper(bought in 2009)
Headset i have is listed as: 1 1/8" threadless.
I seen CRC have a sale on so tempted to just pick one up now.
Not sure though which one as there tons avalible now, but i tempted by thw following
Cane Creek S3
FSA Orbit MX Headset
Headset i have is listed as: 1 1/8" threadless.
I seen CRC have a sale on so tempted to just pick one up now.
Not sure though which one as there tons avalible now, but i tempted by thw following
Cane Creek S3
FSA Orbit MX Headset
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The Cane Creek is excellent value, cheap, tough and smooth. Son has one on his Enduro and it takes big hits.
Orbit XLII also worth a look, normally some going cheap on Ebay (under £20) and IMO the best value around. Well sealed and smooth as. Mine is 3 yrs old, used in all conditions and still perfect.I don't do smileys.
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cooldad wrote:The Cane Creek is excellent value, cheap, tough and smooth. Son has one on his Enduro and it takes big hits.
Orbit XLII also worth a look, normally some going cheap on Ebay (under £20) and IMO the best value around. Well sealed and smooth as. Mine is 3 yrs old, used in all conditions and still perfect.
I was tempted by the Orbit - it lasted less than 6 months before the lower race disintegrated, that was an ebay buy and looked genuine (was from a legit bike shop) - I've now got an CC S3 fitted and hope this lasts better than the Orbit.0 -
CC S3 here too, and it seems to be doing fine.0
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Er so why not just replace the bearing?
Never heard of one disintegrating though, sure everything was fitted correctly?I don't do smileys.
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Orbit XL II all the way!A Flock of Birds
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Either Cane Creek S3 or FSA Orbit MX, both are a good choice. Both come with replaceable cartridge bearings and have good levels of sealing.
Buy which every is lighter / more bling etc ...0 -
Another vote on S3.0
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Another vote for the S3.
I fitted one for a mate a while ago. It was easy to install and still seems as smooth as when it was new!0 -
Well I questioned that but was fitted by lbs who I hold in high regard based on other work they've done.cooldad wrote:Er so why not just replace the bearing?
Never heard of one disintegrating though, sure everything was fitted correctly?0
