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Offline manteo

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Tech question: BB height????????
« on: May 04, 2010, 11:48:14 PM »
I'm trying to understand what to look for in a frame or Solid custom frame. So can someone explain BB heights and the benefits or drawbacks from different models. I have seen BB heights ranging from 11.5 to 13"

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Offline Pat

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Re: Tech question: BB height????????
« Reply #1 on: May 05, 2010, 02:28:33 AM »
i had a custom high bb frame ordered but they were having trouble making it so i bought one elsewhere and im awaiting the shipment. with high bottom brackets, you have more room on backwheel and maybe on certain front wheel tricks. but it will feel much different than a standard bb height due to the raised center of gravity (i think). also pedal tricks will feel much more twitchy yet more responsive as well. i havent rode one yet, but i did alot of research before i decided to get one, pm me if you want links  :wub:
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Re: Tech question: BB height????????
« Reply #2 on: May 05, 2010, 04:31:16 AM »
So what would be a good middle of the road BB height be?
And thanks for the info.

Offline PeterJ

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Re: Tech question: BB height????????
« Reply #3 on: May 06, 2010, 03:30:28 PM »
overall... 11.75'' is standard I think.

Offline jeroflat

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Re: Tech question: BB height????????
« Reply #4 on: May 06, 2010, 03:35:28 PM »
mine it's 9cm!!!

Offline metalbmxer

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Re: Tech question: BB height????????
« Reply #5 on: May 06, 2010, 04:16:57 PM »
mine it's 9cm!!!

haha what!

Higher bb heights seem to be trendier @ around 12"
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