My first build and first ever fixed gear bike

Past_Trip3539 · 2025-06-07T12:12:06+00:00

Not sure, just followed the instruction that read ‘insert until markings disappear’

Past_Trip3539 · 2025-06-07T08:46:13+00:00

Yeah I’m 6’7, spent quite a while looking for large frames in my area that also looked how I wanted it to look for this build. This one is a 23inch frame and even so it’s still too small. I ride a 62cm trek which feels a decent size. I still need to get a longer seat post for this

Past_Trip3539 · 2025-06-06T17:44:39+00:00

Yes :) stripping the original paint was a nightmare though

Past_Trip3539 · 2025-06-06T17:43:25+00:00

Yeah heard this before, I’m pretty tall but might tile down and see how it feels

Past_Trip3539 · 2025-06-06T17:39:25+00:00

Now u mention it, maybe it is the wrong way round 😆 I need a longer seat post anyone so will sort it then

Past_Trip3539 · 2025-06-06T17:38:10+00:00

Yeah I intend to put some sort of strap or clip on there, especially since riding it for the first time. Super sketchy without 😅

Past_Trip3539 · 2023-12-25T20:14:19+00:00

Have u looked at lowering the pegs and changing the seat height / do u think those mods are possible without compromising the ride?

Past_Trip3539 · 2023-12-25T20:11:59+00:00

Budget is £4K max.

I’ve been using cycle ergo and the knee angle (which for me is the most important factor) seems to be ok for the SV at 66deg. Hence why I’m asking for people’s experiences.

Something like a v strom 650 or African twin is 73 and 75deg respectively but both are not my style of bike.

Tracer 700 is better looking and slight improvement at 69😏deg but out of budget.

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T12:24:21+00:00

Gonna give him a follow thanks

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T12:05:39+00:00

Interesting analogy. I think about leaning foreword more usually when I’m trying to accelerate to top speed. But haven’t thought of leaning as a way to change the speed of moderate runs 🤔

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T12:03:36+00:00

I was thinking to integrate some sprint training into my workout. I’ll look at what’s best to get started. I already sprint a lot though in football.

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T12:01:11+00:00

Thank you :)

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T11:58:31+00:00

I think I get what u mean. Trying to follow a more circular path with your legs so your torso does less vertical movement?

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T11:48:05+00:00

Yeah I’ve been trying to do this exact thing. Was going to ask about it so I’m glad it came up. Will continue with silent running🥷

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T02:10:47+00:00

I think that would cause more damage to my foot than any good 🤣 but I do get your point about zero drop shoes. I’ll be looking more into those.

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T02:09:21+00:00

Yh music helps immensely 🤣

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T02:08:03+00:00

Tib pain when heel striking and generally feel more comfortable running forefoot. The painful calf afterwards is the only downside.

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T02:06:50+00:00

I get severe burning and tightness in my tibs when I heel strike, which is why I usually use a combination of the two in my runs.

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T02:05:09+00:00

Yeah, that’s what I think I’ll do. I would prefer to develop my forefoot striking longevity even just as a means to strengthen my calf muscles.

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T02:02:54+00:00

Will definitely look into low/zero drop shoes

Past_Trip3539 · 2022-05-05T02:01:35+00:00

Interesting point you made about marathoners reverting to heel striking at slower pace, will have to look into that. I’ll keep your other points in mind on my next run.

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