The Funny Fork project started as the simple desire to understand the handling characteristics of suspensions systems which were non telescopic in nature. Having few modern interpretations of linkage suspension systems available to test and tinker, I set about creating one. My goal was a prototype which would allow for a variety of setup options accommodating a number of bicycle frames, travel requirements, and tire sizes. Above and beyond these requirements were adjustments specific to linkage forks; these included the pivot position, and brake forces.
The resulting design has been built into two interpretations which I’ve labeled the FF-01 and FF-02. Both builds use different tubing construction, and pivot geometry which result in different steering and handling characteristics.
