Verde Neutra Max Bicycle Fork

Product Overview

The Verde Neutra Max is a modern chromoly fork refined from Verde's proven Cartel 2 design. Built from 100% post-weld heat-treated chromoly with a one-piece machined steerer tube, it delivers responsive handling and durability for street, park, and freestyle BMX riding. Available in 20-inch and 22-inch versions with geometry optimized for larger modern tires and contemporary setups.

Key Features

• 100% post-weld heat-treated chromoly construction – Heat treatment applied after welding increases hardness and fatigue resistance throughout the fork, improving durability under repeated impacts and stress cycles. Superior to pre-weld treatment that loses strength at welds.

• One-piece machined steerer tube – Precision-machined from solid material eliminates welds in the steering interface, improving strength and reducing play. Tapered geometry optimizes stiffness and steering response.

• Thicker tapered walls at each stage – Strategic material increases in high-stress areas compared to Cartel 2 improve durability without excess weight. Multi-stage tapering concentrates material where needed most.

• Triple-butted and tapered legs – Varying wall thickness in fork legs optimizes strength-to-weight ratio. Thicker at critical points (crown, mid-leg) and thinner elsewhere reduces rotational mass while maintaining lateral stiffness.

• Integrated lower bearing race – Built-in race eliminates separate headset cups, simplifying assembly and reducing play. Works with integrated headset systems for sealed bearing setups.

• 5mm thick dropouts with weight-reducing holes – Robust 5mm thickness provides secure axle clamping and resists bending. Strategically drilled holes reduce weight without compromising structural integrity.

• 7075 aluminum preload bolt – Lightweight compression bolt allows headset tension adjustment without special tools. 7075 aluminum provides superior strength for reliable clamping.

• Maximum tire clearance – Geometry updated to accommodate modern larger tires (2.4"+) without rubbing on the fork crown. Supports contemporary tire and rim combinations.

• Dual offset options (20-inch only) – 25mm and 31mm offset choices allow geometry customization. Larger offset increases fork trail for more stable steering; smaller offset provides quicker response.

Technical Specifications

20-Inch Version:

• Overall height: 314mm (12.3")
• Steerer tube length: 170mm (6.69")
• Dropout thickness: 5mm
• Offset options: 25mm (0.984") or 31mm (1.22")
• Compression bolt: 25x1.5mm
• Adjustment tool: 6mm allen key

22-Inch Version:

• Overall height: 340mm (13.39")
• Steerer tube length: 170mm (6.69")
• Dropout thickness: 5mm
• Offset: 31mm (1.22")
• Compression bolt: 25x1.5mm
• Adjustment tool: 6mm allen key

Both Versions:

• Material: 100% post-weld heat-treated chromoly
• Steerer tube: One-piece machined, tapered
• Legs: Triple-butted and tapered
• Lower bearing race: Integrated
• Preload bolt: 7075 aluminum
• Brake compatibility: Standard U-brake and caliper mounts

Compatibility and Ideal Use Cases

Compatible with:

• BMX frames with 1-1/8" integrated head tubes
• Sealed and standard integrated headsets
• 25mm and 31mm offset geometry (verify frame compatibility)
• Modern BMX tires up to 2.4"+
• Standard U-brake and gyro systems
• 3/8" and 14mm front axles

Ideal for:

• 20-inch and 22-inch BMX builds seeking responsive geometry
• Street, park, and freestyle discipline combinations
• Riders upgrading to larger tire setups
• Builders prioritizing premium materials and refined geometry
• Modern BMX setups requiring contemporary tire clearance