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Is it possible to fit a 36T chainring on a 34T frame?
I'm thinking of building a bike from scratch around a Commencal HT AM 2018 frame, which normally comes with a 32T front chainring (1x setup) and says it takes 34T max. However a 36T would be ideal for ...
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Good fit vs. Best fit - Lower end of the fit range (Difference of 1 cm). Is it OK? or can this tiny difference still cause pains?
I want to buy a second hand Trek Cronus (Gary Fischer Collection) bike (50cms) for my wife. I am getting a good deal on it. My wife's height is 156cms. As per the Trek Sizing chart, the range of rider ...
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Bike Frame Size for MTB Leisure Rides
I am looking to buy a bike for my wife on the internet, but the challenge is I do not know what frame will be most suitable for her.
We plan to buy a hardtail for leisure rides on the weekends so we ...
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Choosing frame size when still growing
I am about to purchase a 2018 Kona Sutra touring bicycle but I need some advice on how to know which is the right size for me.
My measurements are 174cm tall with a 79cm inseam. I was advised that a ...
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Grand Canyon AL SL frame size - S vs M [closed]
Checked Grand Canyon frame sizes and can't decide which one is more suitable for me: S or M. My height is 170cm while S frame recommended height is 162-172cm and M is 172-182cm. S frame comes with 27....
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How should a good CX riding position "feel" (alternative to highly scientific measurements...)
I'm switching from MTB full-suspension down-hill riding to something more flat - at the moment I'm looking at a CX for 80% road, 20% offroad usage.
Unfortunately, I've never, except for short test ...
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Help choosing between two frame sizes based on my dimensions [duplicate]
I would really appreciate some help choosing a size of bike frame. I am stuck between choosing the large or the extra large.
I may go down the route of getting professionally checked on the bike, ...
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Short inside leg body: smaller frame?
I have a bit of a disproportionate body. I am 176cm (5'9") tall, but my inside leg height is only 76cm (2'6"). I want to build a fixed-gear bike and I am looking for a frame of the right size for me. ...
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Is my bike too big for me?
I recently bought a bike online for use in college and after trying to get on the bike, and I think it's too big. The problem is that I'm pretty small. Like 4'11", 27" inseam small. Little legs, yes. ...
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How to choose the right size bike? [duplicate]
This question is one that I'm sure has been beat to death, but I am new to bike riding. Ideally I would have bought the bike at a local bike shop and been fit for the perfect bike. However, the prices ...
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Bike Fit Confusion
A friend of mine has just purchased a 2016 Trek Emonda SL6 in a 54 cm frame size. He is 169cm tall and according to the Trek sizing chart (attached) he could fit a 52 cm or easily fit a 54. The ...
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Posture on mountain bike long term
I have been looking at sizing guides because I'm contemplating ordering a new bike and found out that I'm the totally wrong size for the bike I actually have.
I'm normal proportions and 5 foot 7, but ...
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I have a hybrid bike which the frame is too big, is there any modifications I can make to make it more comfortable?
I bought a hybrid bike from halfords around 6 months ago, however i have only recently had chance to ride it. I have found that the frame is too big, they wont exchange or give me a refund. I was ...
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Converting frame size to wheel size
I've been trying to determine what size road or mountain bike I should purchase. All the charts I've found suggest what frame size I should have, but online shopping only lists wheel sizes. How do I ...
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What fork size is 32mm (inside diameter on the frame) considered?
Good day, I'm new to the whole bike building process, but I've finally decided to make the step and build a semi-nice bike.
I've bought a really nice aluminium frame 2nd hand, but its sizing has me ...
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