Originally Posted by
bkowa092
Hey guys, I am really debating buying this bike. I just have a few questions that maybe someone can help me out.
First, I plan on using this bike on dirt trails that are for the most part, pretty smooth. Do you think the 700x25 tires will be ok for this?
I am looking at a 52cm (I am 5'9), does anyone know the crank arm length for that size? (trvth, maybe you can answer this?)
Is the fork aluminum or steel? To the people that have the bike, how does the frame feel for being aluminum?
Well, I guess that is it for now. I see this bike in my garage in the near future, I just want to make sure it is exactly what I'm looking for
1. I would go with 28s on dirt trails, even if smooth they can get slippery and from the looks of the clearance I would bet this bike can fit those size tires without a problem.
2. BD says the smaller sizes come with 165mm arms
3. BD specs: Chro-moly fork
Don't own the bike so I can't answer the other questions about ride quality but from previous experience with aluminum road bikes, its gonna ride a bit buzzy and harsh over less than perfect roads. Go with a carbon fork and bigger tires for that.