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Surly Cross Check Build
jonathan:
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just installed a super nova light system on it because im stupid and like being broke.
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that thing is rad. seriously considered getting one of those at some point.
hugh.:
--- Quote from: jonathan on June 02, 2015, 09:10:04 PM ---Regarding the handlebar choice- do sure to pick your frame size based on handlebar type. flat bar- long top tube. drop bar- short top tube. I love my Salsa Cowbells. Salsa also makes a super-flared out Woodchipper bar, and just came out with a mid-flare cowchipper, which looks awesome indeed. dirt drops are something completely different, don't confuse yourself with those.
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I've never thought of that before but I guess it makes sense. How much bigger should I go for a flatcar setup? Extra 2cm?
jonathan:
how tall are you? there is a massive thread in the Surly sub-forum on MTBR somewhere about Crosscheck sizing that might be helpful. for reference, I am 5'9" and I ride a bike with something like a 600mm effective top tube, which is usually designated as a "medium" size. you might be able to compare some other bikes with similar sizes that are more specific about sizing recommendations as well.
hugh.:
Ahh sweet. No idea. I'm like 5ft 8 I think. I just want to throw flat bars and a cetma rack on a road bike haha
jonathan:
ballpark sizing for someone your size with "flat" bars would be 575-600mm effective top tube. a road bike with drop bars would be more like 540mm ETT.
if you put a flat bar on a drop-bar bike your size, the reach will feel very short and upright. good news if you have back problems and want to sit upright like it is a beach cruiser, bad news if you want to go fast.
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