Originally Posted by
AnthonyG
Shorter cranks DO open up the hip angles, and if the frame is designed properly for shorter cranks then the seat tube angle will be more relaxed, with greater saddle setback, which makes it FAR easier to adopt a low, aerodynamic riding position for a greater period of time.
I don't want to claim that shorter cranks give you MORE power, but they certainly don't reduce your power.
Anthony
What's the reason for the slacker seat tube angle? I've got short legs/long torso and would be interested in exploring going shorter than the 170mm I'm using now. I have my seat back as far as possible on a setback post and think it would be good to go back further. Any bikes you're aware of that have slacker seat tubes or is this a custom option only?