The Chris King NoThreadSet Tapered Headset fits a 1-1/8 inch to 1-1/2 inch tapered steerer tube, pairing an EC34/28.6 upper cup with an EC44/40 lower cup. Both cups carry Chris King's rounded external profile, giving the headset a compact, finished look at the head tube junction while maintaining full compatibility with tapered fork steerers found on modern frames.
Inside, Chris King machines its own sealed angular-contact bearings alongside matched surgical-grade steel races, keeping tolerances consistent and allowing user servicing without special tools. The patented GripLock retention design secures the 1-1/8 inch portion of the tapered steerer for reliable alignment, and the headset carries the King Lifetime Warranty for long-term assurance.
Quick Facts
| Feature |
Specification |
| Cup sizing |
EC34/28.6 upper, EC44/40 lower |
| Steerer compatibility |
Fits 1-1/8 inch to 1-1/2 inch tapered steerer |
| Bearings |
In-house made, heat-treated sealed angular-contact bearings, user-serviceable without special tools |
| Retention design |
Patented GripLock retention design (US Patent 8662517), applicable to 1-1/8 inch portion of the tapered steerer |
| Warranty |
King Lifetime Warranty |