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By twotommos - Posted on 04 April 2012

NB: Originally posted elsewhere on the Global Riders Network and appears via syndication.

I'd like to get a 'Cane Creek' headset for my bike. I have a tapered headset on my 29er. What specifically do I need look out for in terms of descriptions to purchase this headset?
Thanks heaps

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Not being sarcastic

Submitted by HeezaGeeza on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 09:01.

but you will need a tapered headset specifically of course. Then is it integrated, semi integrated etc? Look up your bike specs and find out exactly what you have, then choose your budget and go nuts on something like Wiggle or CRC for research (although worth chatting to your LBS as they may have to fit it depending on the type and could do you a good all in price).

With so many options these days, be sure to check you the exact type before ordering if online.

Heeza...good point

Submitted by twotommos on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 09:13.

Heeza...good point chap....let me look at that!

http://www.canecreek.com/head

Submitted by Discodan on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 09:47.

http://www.canecreek.com/headset-fit-finder

get the sealed bearing type

Submitted by ...... on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 10:22.

get the sealed bearing type only. remember, cheap = cheap.

Tapered headset bearing

Submitted by Hans on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 17:54.

I have a brand new 1" (top) 1.5" (bottom) tapered headset with sealed bearings for sale. (Top quality - either Chris King or Cane Creek - have to check)

It came with my SantaCruz frame (never installed). Selling at half price = $ 40. Contact me if interested. Cheers, Hans