Chris King Baseplate (Crown Race)
- Titanium: To many, this is commonly called a crown race. Chris King choose to call it a baseplate as theirs is technically not a race. It is the foundation of the venerable Chris King Sealed Bearing headset & is designed as a low cost, sacrificial piece, easily replaced when worn or damaged upon removal. Chris King offer baseplates in stainless steel & titanium in 1" & 1 1/8" sizes.