I replaced my original AlphaQ fork which was made in 1998 with the newest version,GS10.The rake went from 41mm to 44mm if you can believe manufacturers specs. The new fork is very precise and laterally stiff in the turns, a good thing,the front end is noticeably faster and less stable with no hands,not my favorite trait in a bike. I am riding a 58cm Tetra with a 2cm headtube extension, so the steerer length on the fork is quite long for a 1" carbon fork. I am 5'10" and weigh around 150 lbs so this factors some in my bikes quick (light) front end. Your comment about vibration when braking brings to mind a worn out Helium rim that developed a cupping around the spokes,it would literally shudder when coming to a stop. You dont mention your frame size,bike and body, but you cant go wrong with an AlphaQ as far as stiffness goes.
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