Fork Rake is also known as Offset, which more accurately describes what it is: the hub's offset from the steering axis. Not to be confused with the curvature of the fork blades, which some people think of as “rake”. ... Fork offset determines trail when considered with head angle (and the diameter of the wheel).

Is fork rake the same as fork offset?

Fork offset — also known as rake — is the distance between the axle and a straight line through the head head tube. Offsetting the fork more (increasing offset) pushes the axle further in front of the head angle.

What is the rake on a MTB fork?

Simply put, fork offset, or fork rake, is the distance between the front axle and the steering axis – the imaginary line running straight through the midpoint of the steerer tube. Fork offset is linked to another important measurement: trail.