BMX, Starting again

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By Joplies
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:28 pm #184053 Im 6 foot. Ok so i figured that it might be best to build it but deff. wont be cheaper. what are key things to look at in terms of what sucks/weak and whats sturdy?
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By Joplies
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:41 pm #184058 http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1663926094.html
That bike any good? I dont know how much i wanna spend awhole bunch of money on a brand new bike but that doesnt mean i wont end up doing it lol. I just thought maybe i would start small then maybe get bigger.
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By Chance
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:42 pm #184059 Just look into known brands and you shouldnt have an issue with sucky/weak shiz.

For Your frame, you're going to want a 21" or longer top tup too ride comfortably because of your height. I'd personally get longer than 21".
If you looking into Fit frames here are the ones off the site that are 21 or longer:
Fit Eddie V3 Frame
Fit Ed LT Frame
Fit S3.5 Aitken Frame
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By Chance
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:44 pm #184060
Joplies wrote:http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1663926094.html
That bike any good? I dont know how much i wanna spend awhole bunch of money on a brand new bike but that doesnt mean i wont end up doing it lol. I just thought maybe i would start small then maybe get bigger.


I would pass on that. If you want to start small.. buy a complete bike off dans or you local bike shops. Get back into riding, then upgrade you parts as needed!
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By ohDirka
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:45 pm #184061 Being a taller person I actually liked the 20.75 top tube because I could throw it around better.
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By Joplies
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:46 pm #184062 Ok. Thats a major thing thanks! I am thinkin about going into a bike shop when i get back into Oregon and sittin on some and seeing what feels right and what doesnt. But thats somthing i hadnt got to just yet so i appreciate that insight.
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By Joplies
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:49 pm #184063
Chance wrote:
Joplies wrote:http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1663926094.html
That bike any good? I dont know how much i wanna spend awhole bunch of money on a brand new bike but that doesnt mean i wont end up doing it lol. I just thought maybe i would start small then maybe get bigger.


I would pass on that. If you want to start small.. buy a complete bike off dans or you local bike shops. Get back into riding, then upgrade you parts as needed!


Cool i needed someone to say that lol. does the .25 between the 20.75 and 21 make a difference? you may be implying to stay away from anything about 21 just cause its easier to throw around?
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By Chance
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:51 pm #184064
D15kid wrote:Being a taller person I actually liked the 20.75 top tube because I could throw it around better.


Ya but my knees would hit the handlebars unless I pushed the bars forward and that would throw everything off. Everyones different though. 8)

Most shops will let you roll on them in the parking lot to see if it fits you, just ask.
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By Chance
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:52 pm #184065
Joplies wrote:
Cool i needed someone to say that lol. does the .25 between the 20.75 and 21 make a difference?


IMO, YES.
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By Joplies
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 5:53 pm #184066 Ok. thanks Chance. well im off to meet up with the GF's friends. be back probably tomorrow when i get back to Oregon or tonight.
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By Greasedmonkey
- Sun Mar 28, 2010 8:26 pm #184244 I ride. Started with a complete and now Im building a custom.

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That is my complete that I got. 09 Haro x2. Utter CRAP!!!

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My new bike will be a bit better.

This is what I have so far.

Simple Debut Frame 21" tt
WTP supreme 9t hub laced to a Gsport Ribcage
Demo Bulimia laced to a Proper Rim

The rest of the parts will come soon.
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By Greasedmonkey
- Sun Mar 28, 2010 8:28 pm #184245
Joplies wrote:http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1663926094.html
That bike any good? I dont know how much i wanna spend awhole bunch of money on a brand new bike but that doesnt mean i wont end up doing it lol. I just thought maybe i would start small then maybe get bigger.


Check out www.bmx-forum.com You will get an idea of what is trusted/good and what is not.
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By egsedanguy
- Sun Mar 28, 2010 11:34 pm #184271
Joplies wrote:Ok. Thats a major thing thanks! I am thinkin about going into a bike shop when i get back into Oregon and sittin on some and seeing what feels right and what doesnt. But thats somthing i hadnt got to just yet so i appreciate that insight.



ya get to a shop and sit on the bike and even go as far as a test ride. if you find a bike that fits, you can get the specs on it and then go online and find a few bikes u like and compaire wit the specs....
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By Greasedmonkey
- Wed Mar 31, 2010 2:39 am #184722
Joplies wrote:
Chance wrote:
Joplies wrote:http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1663926094.html
That bike any good? I dont know how much i wanna spend awhole bunch of money on a brand new bike but that doesnt mean i wont end up doing it lol. I just thought maybe i would start small then maybe get bigger.


I would pass on that. If you want to start small.. buy a complete bike off dans or you local bike shops. Get back into riding, then upgrade you parts as needed!


Cool i needed someone to say that lol. does the .25 between the 20.75 and 21 make a difference? you may be implying to stay away from anything about 21 just cause its easier to throw around?



Yes it makes a world of difference. so does the reach on the stem. and the hieght of the bars.
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By familyEGuy23
- Sat Oct 15, 2011 9:04 pm #277877 I was going to start a thread but found this one so I'll just post up here instead :thumb:

So does anyone still ride? See a lot of roof racks but no bikes :lol:

I want a bike but don't really know where to start
I'll be using it mostly for streets and maybe hitting the trails not too crazy on doing alot of jumps
I'm 5'7"..what size frame would be good? I've been looking at different brands like we the people, fit, haro, premium, stolen
I've never built a bike before but figure it can't be too different from a car lol should I just buy a complete bike or just build a custom one?

Edit: I'm just going to get a complete and whatever breaks or feel uncomfortable ill replace
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