{"product_id":"pitchfork-requires-bearing-race-18-20-22-24-26","title":"S\u0026M Pitchfork BMX Fork (18\", 20\", 22\", 24\", 26\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS\u0026amp;M Pitchfork BMX Fork (18\", 20\", 22\", 24\", 26\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S\u0026amp;M Pitchfork is a double-butted 4130 chromoly fork available in five wheel sizes from 18\" to 26\". Features laser-cut dropouts, one-piece CNC-machined steerer tube with extruded aluminum insert, and 4Q Baked post-weld heat treatment. Made in the USA with 33mm offset across all sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-butted 4130 chromoly legs\u003c\/strong\u003e – Variable wall thickness reduces weight in low-stress areas while maintaining strength where needed, offering better strength-to-weight ratio than straight-gauge forks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser-cut 4130 chromoly dropouts\u003c\/strong\u003e – Precision cutting ensures accurate 3\/8\" axle slot alignment and clean edges that reduce stress concentrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-piece CNC-machined steerer tube\u003c\/strong\u003e – Eliminates welds in the critical steerer area for increased structural integrity under steering loads and impacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtruded 6061 aluminum steerer insert\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reduces weight in the steerer tube while maintaining strength where the headset bearings seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4Q Baked post-weld heat treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e – Heat treating after welding restores material strength lost during welding process, maximizing durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e33mm offset across all sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e – Consistent offset positioning provides stable handling and predictable steering response regardless of wheel size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive wheel size options\u003c\/strong\u003e – Available for 18\", 20\", 22\", 24\", and 26\" wheels to accommodate different bike builds and rider ages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel sizes: 18\", 20\", 22\", 24\", 26\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Double-butted 4130 chromoly (legs, dropouts, steerer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteerer insert: Extruded 6061 aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDropout style: Laser-cut 3\/8\" slots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteerer tube: One-piece CNC-machined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteerer tube length: 162mm (18\"-24\"), 203mm (26\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompression: M10 x 1.25 thread with 6mm allen slot (26\" does not include compression nut\/bolt)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxle to crown height: 290.1mm (18\"), 315.5mm (20\"), 340.9mm (22\"), 366mm (24\"), 425mm (26\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffset: 33mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat treatment: 4Q Baked post-weld\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearing race: Requires standard race (not integrated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.16 lbs (18\"), 2.17 lbs (20\"), 2.42 lbs (22\"), 2.52 lbs (24\"), 2.90 lbs (26\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Ideal Use Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires standard (non-integrated) headset with separate bearing race. Compatible with 3\/8\" axles. The 162mm steerer length (18\"-24\" sizes) works with most standard BMX frames but should be measured against head tube length and spacer requirements before ordering. The 26\" version includes a longer 203mm steerer and does not include compression hardware. Double-butted construction and 4Q heat treatment make this fork suitable for riders seeking USA-made quality with optimized strength-to-weight ratio for street, park, dirt, and all-around riding. 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