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I'm currently preparing for my second build, and I'm considering going with a bike with 24" wheels/tires. Although I'm new here, it seems that 26-inchers are the most common size, and that's what I went with on my first project - a beach cruiser with the standard HT set-up.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but the downsides I see of 24" are lower speeds at the same rpm's with a 26" bike and less weight capacity. I'm 5'11" and 175lbs. I'm sure that won't be a problem, but still...
Would this size bike be a good candidate for a smaller rear sprocket to compensate for the smaller diameter wheel? Any other tips, pros or cons would be appreciated.
I'm leaning toward the 24" size because I'd like for my wife or daughter to ride with me and they are both about 5' tall - but of course, "Dad" might want to hop on the new bike from time to time...
Correct me if I'm wrong, but the downsides I see of 24" are lower speeds at the same rpm's with a 26" bike and less weight capacity. I'm 5'11" and 175lbs. I'm sure that won't be a problem, but still...
Would this size bike be a good candidate for a smaller rear sprocket to compensate for the smaller diameter wheel? Any other tips, pros or cons would be appreciated.
I'm leaning toward the 24" size because I'd like for my wife or daughter to ride with me and they are both about 5' tall - but of course, "Dad" might want to hop on the new bike from time to time...