Is toe overlap an issue for you on this bike? Would it be if you added fenders? Do you ever intend to add fenders?
I think the other arguments in this thread, both pro and con, are articulate. Personally, I hate to overlap and would make my decision based on whether this will make it a problem, or worsen a problem. On Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 12:49:19 PM UTC-7 [email protected] wrote: > Matt, > > There's a long thread on the i-bob group site on this topic as well. I > just bought some longer cranks (my PBH is 91 and I'm 6'2") - riv is selling > 184's now, so I got some. I went form 175's to 184's, so a bigger jump > that what you're looking to do. It's slightly noticeable. I do like the > longer ones better, but it's probably personal preference. Most noticeable > aspect is a slightly lower cadence, which I personally like, but it doesn't > make that much of a difference tbh. I had 178's on a 58 cm appaloosa I > used to own so it should fit fine (if memory serves, I think I actually > sold that frame to you several years ago, lol). Currently, I have 178's on > my Clem L (in addition to the 184's on my Roadini) and don't have any > problems with pedal strike. Just don't pedal through corners. > > Ryan > > On Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 8:00:16 AM UTC-6 Stephen wrote: > >> My experience with crank length is that it is not very noticeable. I >> think I have the 173 silvers on my appaloosa, have 175's on my ram, and >> also have 165's on another bike. I ride flat pedals all the time and tend >> to adjust my foot position slightly throughout rides, probably more >> noticeable clipped in. At this point I'd say I'm partial towards a shorter >> crank (I like the 165-170 range, personally I would'nt go above 175) to >> avoid more pedal strike, but it also depends a little on the bike. Shorter >> cranks raises your saddle a little, but again, its all very slight. I think >> I've even seen Will in a riv email say that crank length doesn't matter >> that much/don't overthink it.. >> >> for reference I'm around 6'2 with a 92ish pbh, I ride the 60cm Joe. >> >> -Stephen >> >> On Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 8:55:31 AM UTC-4 Garth wrote: >> >>> Save your cash . >>> >>> I'd ask why are you considering longer arms ? >>> >>> My experience with longer cranks(up to 185mm) is that they didn't live >>> up to the promise the crank length theories based on leg dimensions >>> claimed. Theories are theories after all. The opposite way works for me. >>> Foot further forward of the axle and much shorter arms(150mm) works >>> brilliant for me. Ease of leg speed and leverage. I'm not alone in this >>> discovery of course, it's just that it doesn't fit into any of the en-vogue >>> formulas, so few bother to challenge it. >>> >>> On Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 12:55:02 AM UTC-4 Mackenzy Albright wrote: >>> >>>> I'm 6' 1" give or take with a 89.5pbh. 've ridden 165-180mm cranks. My >>>> preference is typically 165-170. I like the pedal clearance and prefer >>>> higher cadence riding. I generally get used to whatever I am riding >>>> though. >>>> No science based or anatomical insight, but I feel like outside of >>>> marginal >>>> gains and maybe physiological anomalies ones body will adapt to whatever. >>>> >>>> I wouldn't over think it. If you want some new cranks and got the cash, >>>> why not give it a try. >>>> >>>> On Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 8:26:28 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: >>>> >>>>> Hi everyone, >>>>> >>>>> I am considering switching my crank arms. My existing arms are 173; >>>>> I’m thinking about going to 178. Here are the existing specs: >>>>> >>>>> Bike: Appaloosa 58cm with 700c wheels >>>>> PBH: 90.5 >>>>> I’m 6’ tall and I have long legs. >>>>> >>>>> Here are my questions: >>>>> >>>>> 1: Will 178 arms work on my bike, or will I not have enough ground >>>>> clearance? >>>>> >>>>> 2: Why was the bike originally built with 173 arms? Is it a >>>>> standard/average size, better ground clearance, better fit for the >>>>> average >>>>> user, toe-hitting-the-front-wheel, or another reason? >>>>> >>>>> 3: Is the 173 v. 178 difference so minimal that I won’t notice it? >>>>> >>>>> As always, your experience, wisdom, advice, and opinions are >>>>> appreciated. Thanks, everyone. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/d31b5629-33ef-4c3f-8672-9779149b6ab6n%40googlegroups.com.
