Looking for a cheap carbon/alloy fork.

[Stevec047]

I am looking to do a cheap upgrade on my current bike as can't really afford or justify buying a new bike.

Currently have a steel front fork 1 1/8th that came standard with the Carrera Virtuoso but it's starting to show signs of corrosion and also it really does weigh the bike down compared to the same bike with a carbon/alloy fork.

Have been looking online and most of the ones I have seen are Chinese stock items around the £30 mark and I am dubious of their quality and structural integrity.

Not fussed about colour or whether it's a carbon/alloy steerer or full alloy just would like to reduce weight on a budget. I have a local wrap company who have said they can wrap the fork with a vinyl that is very close to the current bike colour.

Thanks in advance.

 

[steve50]

i have a Giant full alloy fork in good condition, £18 posted.
I am pretty certain 1 1/8th steerer but will double check in the morning if you are interested.
Seems I advertised this fork back in 2015 for £18 posted so in the name of fair play the price is £18 posted.

 

[Stevec047]

i have a Giant full alloy fork in good condition, £20 posted.
I am pretty certain 1 1/8th steerer but will double check in the morning if you are interested.

Yeah that would be great if you would check. Can I also ask how much the stem has been cut down by as I do ride in a more upright position.

 

[steve50]

Will check for you tomorrow as its in the bike shed, will measure the steerer for length and diameter and let you know.
Picture here, https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/having-a-clear-out-items-for-sale.193451/

 

[broady]

Got a Giant FCR (medium) frame with carbon forks for £40

Here it is built up:

Will come as frame, fork, seat post and possibly stem

 

[steve50]

Got a Giant FCR (medium) frame with carbon forks for £40

Here it is built up:
View attachment 154796
Will come as frame, fork, seat post and possibly stem

@Stevec047 that ^^^^ is a bargain, any good to you?

 

[Mark Grant]

You could have a carbon forks & frame, and cheaper than it says there.

https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/cube-agree-carbon-frame-forks-size-53.209400/

 

[steve50]

@Stevec047 i have checked the fork, it is 1 1/8th and the steerer is 21.5cm long, It is disc brake compatible and would not suit V brakes.
Any good to you?