The difference between 700 and 650 wheels is 50mm in diameter. That means switching the wheels will lower you 25mm=1 inch. Is it worth it?
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Thread: 650B Retrofitting Benefits
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03-14-2008, 12:34 PM #1
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I'd rather be swimming...biking...running...and eating cheesecake...
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03-14-2008, 02:28 PM #2
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Hmmmm...one extra inch between my crotch and the top tube? I think it might be.
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03-15-2008, 02:39 PM #3
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Could another option be to sell the bike you have and purchase one that fits you better? You might be able to get a good buy on a used bike, and have a better idea now what you are looking for in terms of size.
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03-15-2008, 03:21 PM #4
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The thing is, I'm not sure this bike is not the right size for me or it's that my hip ROM is so limited.
I may test one size smaller and see.2008 Trek FX 7.2/Terry Cite X
2009 Jamis Aurora/Brooks B-68
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03-16-2008, 06:28 AM #5
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Perhaps you are a good candidate for a mixte. Or if you think you just need another inch, then by all means consider the brake/wheel swap if you LOVE everything else a about the way your current bike fits. I would just worry that by the time you finish buying new brakes and wheels, you could have simply bought a diff. bike that better suits your needs.
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