Telescopic forks

Girder forks separate pre-war bikes from post-war. They may be fairly primitive, but they were effective. Here’s how to get the best from them

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Some tools are cheap and cheerful while they last, while some are expensive and unnecessary. In between are the affordable essentials that make your workshop a more practical and pleasant place to be. These ones get the value balance just right

Saving you money on essential bike maintenance with easy-to-follow tips