Originally Posted by
Steezie
Alright , here are some things I'm not sure about
Since I am 5'7 , a 53cm frame?
What crankset length should i get?
Whats a Straight/Riser Oury Grip?
Whats a freewheel?
What fixed cog size?
Then any "upgrades" you would prefer or recommend to get with the bike?
And the brakes and levers just come with it right? It's not under any category?
Oh , and also whats the difference between a machined and non-machined sidewall wheel
Okay let's see. I'm 5'8" and I ride a 53cm frame just fine but I have long legs so who knows. Are you young? You seem young. I'm not sure how much room you are supposed to leave to grow into a bike, lol.
Crank length probably 170? Someone else can chime in, I don't really know.
Risers.
Oury grips.
Freewheel is what you use when you ride single speed, which allows you to coast (continue to bike without pedaling) and you won't be able to stop by backpedaling or skidding. A fixed cog is what you use when you ride fixed (no coasting); there will be pedal resistance so you can stop, ride backwards, etc. The size matters because it will determine your gear ratio... and how much you have to pedal, how easily you can climb hills, etc.
No upgrades would be necessary, unless you want the extra deep rims or fancy tires.
Yes brakes/levers come with it.
Machined sidewalls have a braking surface, non-machined sidewalls do not. You'll want machined.