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Originally Posted by
jdefran
Any idea what double crankset may fit (preferably an external bottom bracket)? Since I'll just be commuting and running errands I don't need a triple, plus the flat terrain here in Florida.
Where did you happen to get your frame?
A road double with external BB cups like GXP or Hollowtech II will not fit. I tried the Sram CX crank in the picture. I tried a Shimano 105 double and a Shimano 105 triple. None fit. The 50, 39 & 30 triple almost fit but the crank-arms hit the chain-stays.
If you want a road double, I would suggest a compact crankset with a cartridge BB and a 118mm spindle length BB. This should work with a 118mm spindle using a PowerSpline BB:
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...6&category=688
I got my frame on eBay for $200 & $35 shipping. It arrived in good condition. The importer is out-of-stock and waiting for the 2012's to arrive. The new frames will be lighter, I'm told.
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Last edited by Barrettscv; 12-08-11 at 12:51 PM.