Carbon Disc CX fork, 1 1/8 straight, max tire

[weaponsgrade]

Anybody know of such a thing as a carbon disc CX fork, with a straight 1 1/8" steerer that will clear a Bruce Gordon Rock n' Road Tire (700c x 43mm)?

[foo_fighter]

Wound Up might.

http://www.benscycle.com/p-4832-wound-up-team-x-disc-cyclocross-fork-1-18in.aspx

[vqdriver]

I was searching for the same. Whisky parts does all.
Available in straight or tapered. Clearance for 48


https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=79828&category=4544

[commonguy001]

One more option is Spot

https://spotbrand.com/collections/gear/products/temp-component?variant=31836554124

Not expensive, apparently has loads of clearance, light and looks pretty slick.

[weaponsgrade]

I was searching for the same. Whisky parts does all.
Available in straight or tapered. Clearance for 48


https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=79828&category=4544

I came across the Whiskey when I searched,but their website lists the clearance as 38. I wonder whether the 48 from Universal is a typo.

I thought Spot was long gone. good to see they're still around.

[vqdriver]

well, i own this exact fork, but haven't gotten around to installing it yet. i could measure it for you and see what it is in real life. it's easy enough

[weaponsgrade]

well, i own this exact fork, but haven't gotten around to installing it yet. i could measure it for you and see what it is in real life. it's easy enough

That would be awesome. Thanks!

[vqdriver]

i'll take some measurements when i get home tonight.

[vqdriver]

Heres a couple
Tire in pic is a 25

[weaponsgrade]

Thanks, those measurements do look like the fork could handle a Rock n Road. What size tires are you planning to run with the fork?

[vqdriver]

Clement las 33 are my dirt tires but lots of room for knobbies if i need. Road slicks on now

Also of note, this has hidden/removable fender mounts if wanted

[mistermo]

Anybody know of such a thing as a carbon disc CX fork, with a straight 1 1/8" steerer that will clear a Bruce Gordon Rock n' Road Tire (700c x 43mm)?

Ritchey disc fork checks all the boxes, but unsure if it'll clear 43s though

[ERK55]

I have the Ritchey disc fork with Gravelking 40's mounted on HED+ rims.
They measure 42mm and fit fine.

[jambee]

Folks,

I am looking to solve the same problem on my Hunter. The problem being shedding weight on the bike instead of my midsection.

I believe that the clearance value of the Whisky Number 7 is actually 48 MM "if you run 650B". Their newly upgraded website says "700c x 38c or 650b x 50c tire clearance". It's super unclear if that means "with fenders" or without.

Can anyone with the fork provide more first hand experience?

The Whisky fork seems more robust than the Ritchey WCS Carbon Cross Disc fork. The latter is rated for "110kg for rider and equipment". With a 10kg bike and a rider that's at the 93kg weight, I will be pushing that number....The Salsa does not have such silly limitations and is 43g heavier.

Thanks!

[ColonelJLloyd]

You'll have room for fenders with any 650b tire on the Whisky.

[jambee]

Thanks colonel.

But 700C are really the wheels i am looking to run....the question is, without fenders, how much rubber can i fit in there.

[ColonelJLloyd]

If I had to guess I would say you'd have good clearance with 35s and that 38s would be pushing the limit. It's worth noting that the shape of the fork crown and use of L bracket will encroach on your radial clearance versus a steel crown. A carefully bent/modified aluminum fender will help maximize the clearance and fit. I would look for ~52mm fenders if going 700c.

[jambee]

So without fenders and with 700C a 44mm tire should fit just fine right?

[ColonelJLloyd]

So without fenders and with 700C a 44mm tire should fit just fine right?

vqdriver kindly showed a pic of the fork with 700x25. A 700x44 would have a ~20mm larger radius. it looks like there is enough room, but it'll be tight. I have ridden most of Compass' offerings, but not yet the 700x44. That's a big diameter. Unless utilization of current wheels was the driving factor I'd choose the 650b Switchback Hill over that tire every single time. You give up no speed and can run even lower pressures on the rough stuff. All while leaving good clearance for fenders if you wanted and keeping the BB height closer to where it was designed.

FWIW, I've test fitted this fork with a SBH and it's a great match. And I understand that the Snoqualmie Pass measures closer to 40-42mm on most rims.

[ragamuffin]

Been eyeing the Fyxation Sparta fork, sold out at the moment though. Not sure if you care for additional water bottle/pack mounts. Claims a 42mm max but not sure how much you can push this by.


https://www.fyxation.com/products/carbon-fiber-adventure-fork

[vqdriver]

Heres a shot with a cross tire. Tire is a size 35 on a23 rims.

[jambee]

I just put the Whisky Number 7 on and hell yeh. Bruce Gordon 43mm is all good. Loads of clearance....

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4514/23674218198_1b6bd337ba_z.jpg

[cachagua]

Fantastic news, thanks for the report!