reece91 Posted December 14, 2014 Report Share Posted December 14, 2014 Hey guys, Whilst simply hopping on the front wheels, my forks folded then snapped (see picture below). As you could imagine I am pissed, I shudder to think what would have happened if I was going fast...... Okay, so moving on, I need a little guidance...... First off, I'm curious about what differences between a larger axle offset forks ( http://www.tartybikes.co.uk/26_inch_forks/because_curved_blade_2013/c40p12036.html ) compared to a smaller offset or straight forks ( http://www.tartybikes.co.uk/26_inch_forks/b1k3_eklipse_4bolt/c40p12695.html ) I can only imagine that there will be a slight difference in handling but am more curious in possible difference in strength. Secondly, is this fork folding incident something to get used too? I have heard a few stories and have seen the odd video of forks folding on trials bicycles and am not sure if it is something i need to vigilant about. Thoughts, facts and guidance are welcomed. Cheers! Reece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted December 14, 2014 Report Share Posted December 14, 2014 Echo SLs are hit and miss, the 4-bolt version is like playing Russian Roulette with your face . Glad you didn't get hurt dude . 4-bolt mount forks are generally fragile compared to disc forks due to design. It's just the nature of the beast. It depends on your riding style and what kind of moves you gravitate towards. Do you like front wheel moves? The Eklipse forks are shorter and have tighter offset which makes front wheel moves a bit easier to get into, the headtube angle gets steepened which is what you want if you like nose manuals and gaps to front. From the description it says they're 7005 which is what you want if you're looking for a more durable alu fork. The Eklipse is better than the Because on paper if you're still wanting 4-bolt forks, but I haven't used either so best bet is to ask someone who's got them or ask Tartybikes. If you're really keen on longevity out of forks, then I'd consider going disc up front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reece91 Posted December 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2014 Terrific! Thank you very much for the advice, it really does help a lot. I will be still running the 4 bolt set up but will eventually go to a disk brake set up ( Need some cash $$$ ). I'm leaning towards the Eklipse option at this point in time. Thanks for the breakdown Sponge!!!! Reece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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