Conversion to fixed question
Have a mid 80's Cilo (lugged Columbus Allez Swiss frame) now with mustache bars. Want to convert the Shimano 600 drive train to fixed. Need something like a single 46 for the front. Any way to keep the current bottom bracket and do this? It is in good shape. Since I will be getting new wheels the rear is much less of an issue. I will keep the front and rear brakes and let the rear freewheel.
Also I normally ride a 170 mm crank arms. Heard that 165 is better for fixed bikes. Any truth to this? TIA |
i am also curious about 165 vs 170mm cranks - does that 5mm really make a difference?
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Originally Posted by windup capybara
(Post 7186504)
i am also curious about 165 vs 170mm cranks - does that 5mm really make a difference?
I read an article on Fixies that talked about 165 mm arms. Then again, maybe it was just one person's opinion. |
also curious to hear about the 165 vs 170
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maybe its for less pedal strike?
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Originally Posted by SHELDON BROWN's WEBSITE
165 mm is Good!
We generally recommend 165 mm length cranks for road fixed-gear use. This shorter length makes it easier to spin faster cadences, and also reduces the risk of striking a pedal while cornering (with a fixed gear, where you have to pedal through the corners, this can be an issue.) |
You can keep your Shimano bb and cranks. You should get a good chain line by mounting the chain ring on the inside of the spider with single stack (bmx) chain ring bolts.
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