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  1. #14
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    I don't know nothin'.

    There are some pretty wild equations you can use to figure out crank length. Don't know where they went, but if I find 'em I'll post 'em.

    Honestly, that's too much math for me.

    I have 170's on one bike and 175's on the other. I like my 175 a lot. I'm a masher with long femurs.

    I guess you just start with what you've got, list out any problems you have with them (do they hurt your knees, can you get a good KOPS, do you feel like you are struggling against them, and so on) and then change out from there.

    Before going after crank length, though, I'd get a really good bike fit. Make sure it isn't an issue of saddle placement or reach or cleats affecting your leggies.
    Last edited by KnottedYet; 04-16-2008 at 05:18 AM.
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