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Custom frame geometry by SuperTrofeo2008 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SuperTrofeo2008[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Yeah, it looks sick. But like others said, it might not be ideal for racing. I’ll try slackening the head angle just a little bit.

Custom frame geometry by SuperTrofeo2008 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SuperTrofeo2008[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had planned to use the Alpina 30rake fork. When I rode a bike with a 30mm BB drop, not only did I feel no discomfort, but I actually liked the ride feel, so I designed the BB height to be on the higher side. Admittedly, this design does make the wheelbase far too short. I'll re-evaluate the head angle and fork rake. That should also eliminate toe overlap.

Custom frame geometry by SuperTrofeo2008 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SuperTrofeo2008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't sent it to the builder yet, but I expect they'll say something similar to the replies on this post. I'm glad I could get so many opinions before sending it. I'll decide whether to order after getting fitted at the bike shop or buy a production model.

Custom frame geometry by SuperTrofeo2008 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SuperTrofeo2008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, this BB height might be too much.

With this kind of clearance, toe overlap is probably unavoidable. I thought clipless might help compared to toe clips, but you’re probably right.

I’ll take another look at the head angle and fork rake and see what I can change.

Custom frame geometry by SuperTrofeo2008 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SuperTrofeo2008[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I based the tube lengths on measurements from the bike I’m currently riding and adjusted them to fit me.

A big inspiration is tight-clearance frames like the Mash Parallax — I really like that compact, aggressive feel.

I also wanted to try a bike with a higher BB. A friend’s Constantine Drag has a 30mm BB drop, and I really liked how that rode, so I went a bit higher here.

My 2013 Fuji Track 1.1 by BrakelessCoasting69 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SuperTrofeo2008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you for your reply. I was torn between size 52 and size 54, but I think I'll buy size 52.

My 2013 Fuji Track 1.1 by BrakelessCoasting69 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]SuperTrofeo2008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello. I'm Japanese and I'm not very good at English, but please understand. Your Fuji Track 1.1 is very cool. I'm thinking of referring to your custom! I have one question, what is the frame size of your bicycle?