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Title: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: steve Beech TA on May 13, 2008, 09:44 PM

As the title says really, i am really wanting a ns ride after going to creation, but alas i cant afford one as yet, soooooo i thought i may as well see whats what and whats needed. i know nothing about these new bikes, flat land, street etc dont really know what the diff is. to me its either racing or freestyle but that was BITD. so i need HELP!. to make a list of parts, i may be able to by the cheaper things before i start work when a qualify in October, as i am a student nurse at the mo so cash is tight at the mo. any help will be gratefully received as regards to the type of bits needed and the gearing. i think i would prefer to build my self as if i brought one ready made i would wont to change bits and give it a cool powder coat.

If it works out to expensive i might have to buy a microwave bike, but i will see how things go.

cheers all :daumenhoch:

hope this makes sence as i have had an opp today under a general anasthetic so i am a bit head fcuked. sorry for the french but its the best way to describe it.

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: Trev on May 13, 2008, 10:22 PM

steve, i can do you a complete bike for a good price. drop me a PM and i'll see what i can sort out.  :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: superFLY69 on May 14, 2008, 12:45 PM

i'm not for off that mate

started on a fly (until my riding style changed) really feel like old skool dimensions

get a mosca probs good deals going round at the mo

pm me or trev for a price!!

paul

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: subversion on May 14, 2008, 02:18 PM

Yeah Mosca would be a good choice, I've just retired mine after 2 years riding. Good strong solid frames in 19.8", 20.2" & 20.6" but that's if you can find one as they have been discontinued now :(

I'm 5'10" & I rode the 19.8" but I like short bikes anyway. Best bet would be to have a go on a few rides & see what you like the feel of...?

good luck :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: darkersomeday on May 14, 2008, 03:54 PM

macneil heaton, there one on ebay at the mo at a bargain price but it doesnt look right for some reason,

my mates a bit vertically challenged and he swears by his :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: Sean 2000 on May 16, 2008, 08:31 PM

Im 5' 7" and i ride a 20.8 tt proclaimer, its a perfect fit!  :smitten:

Sean  :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: HEYWOOD BMX on May 16, 2008, 08:33 PM

 :) I`m 5"5 on a good day and ride 20.5 frames.Tried 21 inchers and find myself too stretched out ..

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: steve Beech TA on May 16, 2008, 09:35 PM

Cheers all for comments so far :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: Keef on May 21, 2008, 04:09 PM

i'm 5ft6 and ride a 20.5" LTF, the 75 degree head tube make it feel a bit longer.

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: Old_Skool71 on May 22, 2008, 09:54 AM

I'm only 5'3" and my Hoffman Dekko has a 20.65 TT, i have no problem riding it at all :)

Andrew :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: steve Beech TA on May 22, 2008, 04:24 PM

Cheers lads i have brought JT71 Fly 3 Amigos ride of him, just getting the cash together for it, not sure on the tt length think its 21 but it will do to get me going thanks for the help :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: Flatcap on May 23, 2008, 04:52 PM

 :LolLolLolLol:

(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/j46/Flatcap1968/386c_1.jpg)

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: steve Beech TA on May 23, 2008, 05:09 PM

Well Mr funny :LolLolLolLol:

I had already tried this and decided it was just right, the geometry felt spot on, but was not to keen on the colour as i was toooooo comfortable with it! and did not wont the comments at creation  :D ;D :laugh:
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/jj275/stevebeechaTA/09022008033.jpg)

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: Flatcap on May 23, 2008, 05:17 PM

Funny as FOOK Steve PMSL!

You did ask for that though mate....I'm surprised no one did it before me!

If it makes you feel any happier I'm only a 5'9" drag arse myself.

Daz.  :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: what is a good size frame for a 5'5'' short ass
Post by: steve Beech TA on May 23, 2008, 07:15 PM

No worries matey

Did make me pi... myself :laugh:

It was a matter of time, i am surprised no one had done it beforw now :daumenhoch: