Chris King InSet 5 Headset

A headset is one of those components you only notice when it's wrong — the Chris King InSet 5 Headset is built so you never have to think about it. Machined from aerospace-grade aluminum in Portland, Oregon, it uses an integrated lower cup that seats directly into the frame's headtube, keeping stack height minimal while delivering the precise, friction-free steering Chris King bearings are known for.

What separates this from a replace-and-forget component is how it's made to last. Fully user-serviceable, the InSet 5 is designed to be rebuilt rather than discarded — a commitment that shows in every machined surface and bearing tolerance. The anodized finishes add a rare touch of character to a part that's usually invisible.

Chris King InSet 5 Headset Specs at a Glance

• Type: Integrated threadless headset
• Construction: Aerospace-grade aluminum
• Bearing style: Sealed cartridge bearings
• Serviceability: Fully user-serviceable
  
• Manufactured: Portland, Oregon, USA