The Ritchey WCS Integrated Lower IS Headset is engineered for superior performance on bikes equipped with integrated headsets like the Ritchey Road Logic and Swiss Cross. Crafted from durable alloy, this headset lower boasts stainless steel angular contact sealed cartridge bearings that are titanium-coated to resist corrosion, ensuring longevity and smooth steering. Packed with Ritchey's high-webbing grease, it offers consistent performance under various riding conditions. Designed with precision, the headset features a zero stack height and fits headtubes with inner diameters of 42, 47, and 52mm. Its sealed cartridge bearings come in multiple sizes—IS42/30, IS47/33, and IS52/40—each providing reliable support with 45°/45° angular contact angles for optimal handling. The sleek black finish complements your bike’s aesthetics while maintaining lightweight strength at just 30g. What It’s Good For Ensuring smooth and precise steering control Resisting corrosion thanks to titanium-coated sealed bearings Compatibility with a range of integrated headset sizes Durability for long-term, reliable performance What It’s NOT Good For Use with non-integrated headset systems Applications requiring high stack height headsets Bikes outside the specified headtube ID range (42, 47, 52mm) Riders seeking headset components in colors other than black Frequently Asked Questions Is this headset compatible with all Ritchey bikes?It is specifically designed for bikes featuring integrated headsets such as the Ritchey Road Logic and Swiss Cross models. Compatibility should be verified with your bike’s headtube size. How does the titanium coating benefit the bearings?The titanium coating protects the stainless steel cartridge bearings from corrosion, extending their lifespan and ensuring smooth steering even in harsh conditions.
