Does the inspection change when the steer is alloy? Coffey: No, no change whether the fork is a carbon or alloy steer. Look for cracks in the clear coat, small spider web-like formations on the paint ...

Anyway, I think these days the carbon fork makers have dialed in what it takes to make a fork that’s light and responsive yet stable. Try a Profile BRC Road Form ($199) with either an alloy or ...

LP Full Carbon CX fork, Formula hubs with Alex rims, East EA50 bars, seatpost and stem, and Selle Italia saddle. The alloy model is available as a complete bike only for $1700. It comes stock with ...

Garmin-Transitions forks use the same carbon blades, crown, and steerer as the standard version but sub in alloy tips instead of the usual carbon fibre ones - not for issues of weight or ...