{"product_id":"wolf-tooth-geoshift-performance-angle-headset-2-deg-long-ec44-ec44-black","title":"Wolf Tooth GeoShift Performance 2 Deg Long EC44\/EC44 Angle Headset - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Wolf Tooth GeoShift Performance Angle Headset moves head tube angle by \u003cstrong\u003e2 degrees\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the long-version \u003cstrong\u003eEC44 upper \/ EC44 lower\u003c\/strong\u003e fit. It is a complete kit for a 28.6mm threadless steerer with a 40mm crown race.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngled bearing seats keep the bearings in line with the steerer to prevent the creaks of spherical angle headsets. Reverse it to choose a \u003cstrong\u003eslacker or steeper front end\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders whose frames use EC44 cups top and bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders wanting a bigger 2-degree geometry change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon steerer forks, with a compression plug purchased separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders who want a smaller change should look at the 1-degree GeoShift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e S.H.I.S. EC44 upper and EC44 lower, 28.6mm steerer, 40mm crown race.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStack:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds 28.9mm total (15.9mm upper, 13mm lower), so confirm you have steerer length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteerer material:\u003c\/strong\u003e the included star nut works with steel or aluminum steerers only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo degrees.\u003c\/strong\u003e A larger change than the 1-degree version for riders reshaping handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreak control.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bearings set at an angle match the steerer line instead of relying on a spherical seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnduro bearings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Black oxide coated chromium steel cartridge bearings top and bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e Upper and lower cups, bearings, crown race, star nut, shims, and a stem cap with integrated 5mm spacer and bolt. Machined in the USA from 6061 aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiggest strengths: a full 2-degree change in either direction with angled bearings to resist creaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradeoffs: 28.9mm of stack raises the front end, and carbon steerers need an extra compression plug.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat makes it different: the larger-adjustment GeoShift built for EC44\/EC44 head tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Victory Bicycle Studio we reach for the 2-degree GeoShift when a rider wants a noticeably slacker trail bike without buying a new frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngle change: 2 degrees (slacker or steeper)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper: EC44\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower: EC44\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteerer\/stem clamp: 28.6mm threadless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrown race: 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStack height: 28.9mm total (15.9mm upper, 13mm lower)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearings: Enduro black oxide chromium steel cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 6061 aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: ECEC44L-G2-L-BLK-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wolf Tooth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53545343156531,"sku":"ECEC44L-G2-L-BLK-B","price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/a305e5d5283de1ecaa9c1f423d1c2600d4d235e3.jpg?v=1782343493","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/wolf-tooth-geoshift-performance-angle-headset-2-deg-long-ec44-ec44-black","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}