Chris King GripNut HeadsetThis versatile component allows you to build a low stack height threaded headset with a unique collet locking system that stays securely adjusted. Engineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA, this headset is also equipped with Chris King's legendary made-in-house bearings. This results in super-smooth performance and fantastic durability on every ride. This model is specifically engineered for use with threaded forks that don't require a cable hanger or additional spacers.Features: Steerer Tube Diameter: Multiple size options available to select GripNut proprietary collet retention system Legendary made-in-house bearings Engineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USABuy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King DropSet 1 Headset (IS41/IS52)Made with hard-wearing, quality top quality materials, this versatile Chris King headset keeps your fork rotating with smoothly and efficiently when connected to your head tube. Combining a 41mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it maintains a solid yet easy grip to your fork with its patented GripLock construction, allowing for uninhibited twisting and turning as you weave your way to your destination. Compatible with Santa Cruz and Yeti frames among others, this reliable and long-lasting headset is an ideal addition to your cockpit.Features: Upper Bearing: 41mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 36x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Santa Cruz, Yeti, Alchemy frames (without baseplate) and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King DropSet 1 Headset (IS41/IS52)Made with hard-wearing, quality top quality materials, this versatile Chris King headset keeps your fork rotating with smoothly and efficiently when connected to your head tube. Combining a 41mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it maintains a solid yet easy grip to your fork with its patented GripLock construction, allowing for uninhibited twisting and turning as you weave your way to your destination. Compatible with Santa Cruz and Yeti frames among others, this reliable and long-lasting headset is an ideal addition to your cockpit.Features: Upper Bearing: 41mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 36x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Santa Cruz, Yeti, Alchemy frames (without baseplate) and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 2 Integrated Headset (IS42/IS52)An integrated headset made with top quality materials and a versatile design, this Chris King model ensures a smooth rotational interface between your fork and head tube. Consisting of a 42mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it holds firmly to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, allowing you to twist and turn with confidence and composure as your route dictates. Suitable for use with Chris King baseplates and 45-degree integrated crown races, this hard-wearing headset is a great match for a variety of frames.Features: Upper Bearing: 42mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 45x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Open, 3T, All City, Low, Cinelli, Lynsky frames and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 2 Integrated Headset (IS42/IS52)An integrated headset made with top quality materials and a versatile design, this Chris King model ensures a smooth rotational interface between your fork and head tube. Consisting of a 42mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it holds firmly to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, allowing you to twist and turn with confidence and composure as your route dictates. Suitable for use with Chris King baseplates and 45-degree integrated crown races, this hard-wearing headset is a great match for a variety of frames.Features: Upper Bearing: 42mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 45x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Open, 3T, All City, Low, Cinelli, Lynsky frames and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 2 Integrated Headset (IS42/IS52)An integrated headset made with top quality materials and a versatile design, this Chris King model ensures a smooth rotational interface between your fork and head tube. Consisting of a 42mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it holds firmly to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, allowing you to twist and turn with confidence and composure as your route dictates. Suitable for use with Chris King baseplates and 45-degree integrated crown races, this hard-wearing headset is a great match for a variety of frames.Features: Upper Bearing: 42mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 45x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Open, 3T, All City, Low, Cinelli, Lynsky frames and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 2 Integrated Headset (IS42/IS52)An integrated headset made with top quality materials and a versatile design, this Chris King model ensures a smooth rotational interface between your fork and head tube. Consisting of a 42mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it holds firmly to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, allowing you to twist and turn with confidence and composure as your route dictates. Suitable for use with Chris King baseplates and 45-degree integrated crown races, this hard-wearing headset is a great match for a variety of frames.Features: Upper Bearing: 42mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 45x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Open, 3T, All City, Low, Cinelli, Lynsky frames and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 3 Headset IS41/IS52Constructed using top quality materials, this versatile Chris King headset ensures your fork rotates with smoothness and swiftness when connected to your head tube. Comprising of a 41mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it keeps a firm grip to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, letting you twist and turn as efficiently as can be. Compatible with Santa Cruz Stigmata frames among others, this durable and dependable headset is a great choice to keep your steering column spinning.Features: Upper Bearing: 41mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 36x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Santa Cruz Stigmata frame (without baseplate), and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 2 Integrated Headset (IS42/IS52)An integrated headset made with top quality materials and a versatile design, this Chris King model ensures a smooth rotational interface between your fork and head tube. Consisting of a 42mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it holds firmly to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, allowing you to twist and turn with confidence and composure as your route dictates. Suitable for use with Chris King baseplates and 45-degree integrated crown races, this hard-wearing headset is a great match for a variety of frames.Features: Upper Bearing: 42mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 45x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Open, 3T, All City, Low, Cinelli, Lynsky frames and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 3 Headset IS41/IS52Constructed using top quality materials, this versatile Chris King headset ensures your fork rotates with smoothness and swiftness when connected to your head tube. Comprising of a 41mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it keeps a firm grip to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, letting you twist and turn as efficiently as can be. Compatible with Santa Cruz Stigmata frames among others, this durable and dependable headset is a great choice to keep your steering column spinning.Features: Upper Bearing: 41mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 36x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Santa Cruz Stigmata frame (without baseplate), and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 3 Headset IS41/IS52Constructed using top quality materials, this versatile Chris King headset ensures your fork rotates with smoothness and swiftness when connected to your head tube. Comprising of a 41mm upper bearing and 52mm lower part, it keeps a firm grip to your fork thanks to its patented GripLock construction, letting you twist and turn as efficiently as can be. Compatible with Santa Cruz Stigmata frames among others, this durable and dependable headset is a great choice to keep your steering column spinning.Features: Upper Bearing: 41mm 45x45 Lower Bearing: 52mm 36x45 Design: Patented GripLock construction Compatibility: Santa Cruz Stigmata frame (without baseplate), and more Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Chris King Dropset 4 (IS42/IS42) HeadsetChris King started making headsets in 1976 and have been refining them ever since. This model features a robust aluminium construction, which makes it more than ready to handle all the intensity that comes with long days on your bike. Whether you're clocking up the miles with your local road club or shredding the MTB trails, this versatile headset is engineered for maximum strength and performance. Built for precision, it sets the standard for quality by offering an integrated headset design that's built on the same pedigree of the brand's headsets from the past 40 years. Coming complete with a patented GripLock retention design, this model offers exclusively reliable headset adjustment.Features: Material: Aluminium, Stainless Steel Use: Road, MTB and Gravel Size: 1 1/8" Type: Integrated Upper and Lower Bearing: IS42/IS42 Baseplate Compatibility: Chris King baseplate and 45 degree integrated crown races 42mm 45x45 upper and lower bearing Patented GripLock retention design for exclusively reliable headset adjustment Legendary made-in-house bearings Engineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USATechnologies: GripLock: The most significant challenge to overcome is that integrated bearings are not pressed into a cup and sit loosely in the frame. When bearings are not pressed securely into a cup they shift and move, rapidly losing preload. As preload drops, the bearings are more susceptible to creaking, damage, and failure. Chris King's patented GripLock bearing cap is tried and tested and is a patented design that preloads the headset independently of clamping onto the steerer. The GripLock design ensures that the Chris King DropSet 4 retains preload far better than the competition and is impervious to the ill effects of load spikes from large hits and heavy braking. This means smoother steering, no more creaking, and a longer-lasting headset.Buy Chris King Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
The sturdy, integrated Chris King Dropset 3 41/52 Headset is built for dependable performance on all sorts of terrain, whether road, MTB or gravel. Made from aluminium, it incorporates Chris King's patented GripLock technology, so you can be sure that, regardless of bumps, sudden stops, spills or skids, the steel bearings will stay put and your headset will remain freely adjustable. It's compatible with Santa Cruz, Yeti, Alchemy, Santa Cruz Stigmata (without baseplate), Ibis Hakka MX and more.Chris King is renowned for the quality of its bearings, which are machined simultaneously with the same tools to ensure the inner and outer races match perfectly, and burnish with age so that they get faster the longer you ride with them.That could be a long time, as they're built to last from raw materials sourced in local mills, using environmentally sound manufacturing processes and vigorous quality control. They are also fully serviceable, and Chris King's Lifetime Warranty means that, if any bearings or other part becomes damaged and hinders the function of your headset, the company will repair it free of charge.You can also choose from a range of anodised finishes, so that you can match your headset to your Chris King hubs or bottom brackets and choose a more subtle, Sotto Voce option if you're not big on bold logos.Key features:Engineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA,King Lifetime Warranty,Legendary made-in-house bearings,Patented GripLock retention design for dependable headset adjustment (US Patent 8662517),41mm 45x45 upper bearing,52mm 36x45 lower bearing,Compatible with the included baseplate and 36-degree integrated crown races.
The sturdy, integrated Chris King Dropset 5 42/52 Headset is built for dependable performance on all sorts of terrain, whether road, MTB or gravel. Made from aluminium, it incorporates Chris King's patented GripLock technology, so you can be sure that, regardless of bumps, sudden stops, spills or skids, the steel bearings will stay put and your headset will remain freely adjustable. It's compatible with many Specialized MTB frames.Chris King is renowned for the quality of its bearings, which are machined simultaneously with the same tools to ensure the inner and outer races match perfectly, and burnish with age so that they get faster the longer you ride with them.That could be a long time, as they're built to last from raw materials sourced in local mills, using environmentally sound manufacturing processes and vigorous quality control. They are also fully serviceable, and Chris King's Lifetime Warranty means that, if any bearings or other part becomes damaged and hinders the function of your headset, the company will repair it free of charge.You can also choose from a range of anodised finishes, so that you can match your headset to your Chris King hubs or bottom brackets and choose a more subtle, Sotto Voce option if you're not big on bold logos.Key features:Engineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA,King Lifetime Warranty,Legendary made-in-house bearings,Patented GripLock retention design for dependable headset adjustment (US Patent 8662517),42mm 45x45 upper bearing for 6.85-7.05mm bearing ream depth,52mm 45x45 lower bearing,Compatible with included baseplate and 45-degree integrated crown races.
The sturdy, integrated Chris King Dropset 3 41/52 Headset is built for dependable performance on all sorts of terrain, whether road, MTB or gravel. Made from aluminium, it incorporates Chris King's patented GripLock technology, so you can be sure that, regardless of bumps, sudden stops, spills or skids, the steel bearings will stay put and your headset will remain freely adjustable. It's compatible with Santa Cruz, Yeti, Alchemy, Santa Cruz Stigmata (without baseplate), Ibis Hakka MX and more.Chris King is renowned for the quality of its bearings, which are machined simultaneously with the same tools to ensure the inner and outer races match perfectly, and burnish with age so that they get faster the longer you ride with them.That could be a long time, as they're built to last from raw materials sourced in local mills, using environmentally sound manufacturing processes and vigorous quality control. They are also fully serviceable, and Chris King's Lifetime Warranty means that, if any bearings or other part becomes damaged and hinders the function of your headset, the company will repair it free of charge.You can also choose from a range of anodised finishes, so that you can match your headset to your Chris King hubs or bottom brackets and choose a more subtle, Sotto Voce option if you're not big on bold logos.Key features:Engineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA,King Lifetime Warranty,Legendary made-in-house bearings,Patented GripLock retention design for dependable headset adjustment (US Patent 8662517),41mm 45x45 upper bearing,52mm 36x45 lower bearing,Compatible with the included baseplate and 36-degree integrated crown races.
Developed from the ground up for a wide range of tapered and oversized headtubes, the InSet 2 headset combines maximal durability, silky-smoothness and unrivalled longevity with a phenomenal service life. Handcrafted in the USA, this is the go-to headset if you’re running zero stack, mixed zero stack or an external cup set up.Perfectly primed for peak performance whilst also sturdy enough to outlast the bike you fit it to, this is a truly remarkable feat of engineering, honed over several decades from humble beginnings.The meticulous care and attention invested into the production of each and every InSet reflects Chris King’s lasting commitment to quality and environmentally conscious manufacturing.Every single InSet is engineered, manufactured and assembled in-house at Chris King’s HQ in Portland, Oregon. Fully serviceable and with a 10-year warranty, you can be confident that you’re investing in an elite performance product that has been built to last.Chris King’s legendary bearings and heat-treated, surgical-grade steel races not only form a perfectly integrated system but actually become smoother as they burnish with use – wearing in, rather than wearing out. In contrast to many other manufacturers, Chris King have complete control over every aspect of production, meaning that they can make bearings in-house to a specification that simply wouldn’t be achieved otherwise.An innovative GripLock retention system utilised in the InSet isolates forces normally exerted on your steerer tube, protecting it from fatigue and wear. Because the preload is set independently from the steerer tube it can be matched to precise torque specifications.If you want to care for your frame, particularly carbon and non-standard material constructions, the InSet is a solid choice. The GripLock system also reduces the chance of your headset coming out of adjustment, even after repeated heavy braking and bit hit riding.Key FeaturesEngineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA,10-year built-to-last warranty,Legendary made-in-house bearings,Patented GripLock® retention design for exclusively dependable headset adjustment,Available in 9 beautifully anodized colors,Responsibly lightweight,Designed specifically for a 44mm/56mm tapered headtube and a 1-1/8” to 1.5” tapered steerer tube,Available in Matte Jet and Matte Slate,SHIS ZS44/ZS56.
The Chris King NoThreadSet headset combines maximal durability, silky-smoothness and unrivalled longevity with a service life like no other. Handcrafted in the USA, this is the go-to headset for world-class athletes and discerning amateurs alike.Grand Tour winners, world champions and record-breaking endurance athletes have all benefitted from NoThreadSets. Perfectly primed for peak performance whilst also sturdy enough to outlast the bike you fit it to, this is a truly remarkable feat of engineering, honed over several decades from humble beginnings.The meticulous care and attention invested into the production of each and every NoThreadSet reflects Chris King’s lasting commitment to quality and environmentally conscious manufacturing. Bike disciplines, trends and fashions change but you’ll never go amiss with a NoThreadSet.Every single NoThreadSet is engineered, manufactured and assembled in-house at Chris King’s HQ in Portland, Oregon. Fully serviceable and with a 10-year warranty, you can be confident that you’re investing in an elite performance product that has been built to last.Chris King’s legendary steel bearings and heat-treated, surgical-grade steel races not only form a perfectly integrated system but actually become smoother as they burnish with use – wearing in, rather than wearing out. In contrast to many other manufacturers, Chris King has complete control over every aspect of production, meaning that they can make bearings in-house to a specification that simply wouldn’t be achieved otherwise.An innovative GripLock retention system utilised in the NoThreadSet isolates forces normally exerted on your steerer tube, protecting it from fatigue and wear. If you want to care for your frame, particularly carbon and non-standard material constructions, the NoThreadSet is a solid choice. The GripLock system also reduces the chance of your headset coming out of adjustment, even after repeated high-impact riding.The NoThreadSet is often emulated but never matched in durability, lasting quality and ultra-smooth functioning.Key FeaturesEngineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA,10-year built-to-last warranty,Legendary made-in-house bearings,Patented GripLock® retention design for unrivalled headset adjustment.
Seal and snap ring kits specifically for DropSet headset bearings. They keep the elements out and ensure your bearings continue to spin smoothly.PHS815 - For 41mm and 42mm bearings only(Used in all DropSet models),PHS816 - For 52mm bearings only(Used in DropSet 2 and 3).
Every Chris King headset is built with our heat-treated bearings, and surgical-grade steel races machined simultaneously to ensure they are perfectly matched. As Chris King bearing tracks age and burnish, they actually get smoother, and all headsets are fully serviceable for years upon years of demanding riding.The Chris King InSet™ 7 combines seamless design and legendary quality in a 44mm headset with an external lower cup that is a precision headset option for your 1.5” tapered steerer fork. Our InSet™ 7 is equipped with our exclusive built-in-house bearings and our patented GripLock® system for precise fit and function.Engineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA,King Lifetime Warranty,Legendary made-in-house bearings,Patented GripLock® retention design for dependable headset adjustment (US Patent 8662517),Responsibly lightweight,Designed specifically for a 44mm straight headtube and a 1-1/8” to 1.5” tapered steerer tube.
The Chris King GripNut headset combines maximal durability, silky-smoothness and unrivalled longevity with a phenomenal service life. Handcrafted in the USA, this is the go-to headset for world-class athletes and discerning amateurs alike.Grand Tour winners, world champions and record-breaking endurance athletes have all benefitted from GripNut. Perfectly primed for peak performance whilst also sturdy enough to outlast the bike you fit it to, this is a truly remarkable feat of engineering, honed over several decades from humble beginnings.The meticulous care and attention invested into the production of each and every GripNut headsets reflects Chris King’s lasting commitment to quality and environmentally conscious manufacturing. Bike disciplines, trends and fashions change but you’ll never go amiss with a GripNut headset.Every single GripNut is engineered, manufactured and assembled in-house at Chris King’s HQ in Portland, Oregon. Fully serviceable and with a 10-year warranty, you can be confident that you’re investing in an elite performance product that has been built to last.Chris King’s legendary steel bearings and heat-treated, surgical-grade steel races not only form a perfectly integrated system but actually become smoother as they burnish with use – wearing in, rather than wearing out. In contrast to many other manufacturers, Chris King have complete control over every aspect of production, meaning that they can make bearings in-house to a specification that simply wouldn’t be achieved otherwise.Key FeaturesEngineered, manufactured and assembled in Portland, Oregon USA,10-year built-to-last warranty,Legendary made-in-house bearings,Available in 9 beautifully anodized colors,GripNut™ proprietary collet retention system,Options for 1”, 1-1/8” or 1-1/4” straight steerer tubes.