Maybe the tire pressure is way too high - also depends on tire type.
Optimal pressure depends upon many things, especially rider weight. Run a narrow clincher at 120psi with a stout fork and it probably will be quite harsh. Run at least a 23mm tire, (and not a continental), keep pressure no more than 90psi, and you might find it very comfortable.
Sure, the International fork will make a nice difference, but why not keep the same fork and do some basic things that might make a big difference?
Just my thoughts.
Mike Kone in Boulder CO
> Thanks to all for the information and opinions. I
\r?\n> should have clarified that it is my arms that feel
\r?\n> pain after riding the track bike. The problem is that
\r?\n> the bars and fork seem to not buffer the road much at
\r?\n> all, obviously they weren't designed for this but
\r?\n> every bump is felt in the arms. I think I will try the
\r?\n> international fork. I am using pista bars, and cork
\r?\n> tape as well. I might pick up some of those gel pads
\r?\n> for the bars as well. I've started keeping the
\r?\n> pressure down on most of my tires to around 100 psi,
\r?\n> except for the track bike for what ever reason. It's
\r?\n> probably around 120psi. Keep in mind I'm riding
\r?\n> clinchers. Maybe I should go to the dark side and pick
\r?\n> up some tubulars!
\r?\n>
\r?\n> marc garcia
\r?\n> chicago IL