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Frequently Asked Questions
29er Actiontec fork

I want to know more about the Actiontec suspension forks you build!

Ok, here's the lowdown.
-I build these forks custom, and I press fit in an Actiontec Hydraulic unit. This means I can do all kinds of custom rake/offset, axle to crown length, and brake setup for you quite easily.
-The forks weigh in the 2.5-3 pound range including the hydraulic unit and boot. Very, very light. 29er forks are at the high end of the range, forks for 24" or 26" wheels are at the low end.
-Travel is 65mm, or about 2.5". This is considerably less than a Reba or WB fork (80-100mm) and it does NOT feel super plush. Great for small impacts and moderately rough trails, not great for huge drops or big hits (but better than a rigid fork, I guess).
-The forks use a coil spring and oil damping, and according to people I have talked to, are very reliable. I have not had enough time on one to verify this.
-Cost is $1650 with a matching custom frame and Chris King headset. Sorry, I don't sell them as standalone forks.
-The forks require a 1 1/4" threaded Chris King headset and a standard 1 1/8" threadLESS stem. Adjustability of handlebar height is quite limited compared to conventional forks - you will need a stem with different rise to change the height of the handlebars.
-There is NO external adjustability. You must change out springs and oil to change the spring rate or damping. No lockout.
-The forks are extremely laterally stiff, similar to a good rigid fork.
-Fork blades and body include my standard "lifetime unless you do something dumb" warranty, and the hydraulic unit is under warranty for 2 years from Actiontec.

Bottom line: this is an excellent choice if you're a racer or someone who wants a lightweight fork to take the edge off the bumps. For gearheads that like lots of knobs and levers and adjustability, or for folks who want to bomb the rocky downhills, this is probably not a great choice.

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