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JRogers
01-28-2004, 09:30 PM
I am a bit over 5'9". Can't decide between 170 and 175mm cranks. I tend to pedal at higher RPM and have somewhat weak legs for my size. As I understand it, being a higher cadence pedaler would mean go for the 170s but I am wondering if the 175s might give me some more needed leverage and strength. They'd be fore general XC and trailriding. Any ideas?

rockracing
01-29-2004, 02:22 AM
I'd say go for the 175's.

jdcamb
01-29-2004, 07:26 PM
175's

johnnyru
02-20-2004, 08:41 PM
I was thinking the same thing too, looking for a bit more power. I am going to upgrade to 175mm Hussefelt Triple.