NoThreadSet™ Titanium

Why We Make This  The vast majority of bikes on the road (paved or otherwise) today have 1-1/8” head tubes. Since 1992, the NoThreadSet™ has been the gold standard for these bikes. It has been ridden to victory by World Champions and Grand Tour winners, and it continues to be a favorite among riders and framebuilders who value timeless performance and clean aesthetics. For this version, titanium gives us something unique. It is stronger (both harder and stiffer) and less chemically reactive than the other metals you find in bicycle components.   Why You Want It  Only the best is good enough for your bike. All the King technology (see below) in an upgraded material that will outlast your drivetrain, your frame, and likely the next frame you install it in.  Like all King’s headsets, the titanium NoThreadSet™ features King’s patented GripLock® bearing cap. The GripLock® preloads the headset independently of clamping onto the steerer, so it retains preload far better than the comp