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Replacing Rockhopper with similar but with higher BB

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BobGeldart
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PostPosted Thu Nov 5, 2009 5:05 pmReply with quote    
I want a £1000 hardtail to replace my Rockhopper. The Rockhopper has been great but the low BB has caught me out a few times. Is there a suitable replacement with a higher BB? I will be purchasing via the CycleScheme operated by my employer.
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supersonicLives Here
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PostPosted Thu Nov 5, 2009 5:05 pmReply with quote    
What is the measured bottom bracket height?

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BobGeldart
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PostPosted Thu Nov 5, 2009 5:12 pmReply with quote    
supersonic wrote:
What is the measured bottom bracket height?


I think it was 299mm on a 19" frame
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PostPosted Thu Nov 5, 2009 5:14 pmReply with quote    
GT Avalanches (I think) are higher.

But when on the bike stuff like fork sag, tyre volume and pressure and crank length (and pedal depth) all add up.

Maybe try a bigger volume tyre and less sag?

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diy
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PostPosted Thu Nov 5, 2009 5:35 pmReply with quote    
supersonic wrote:

Maybe try a bigger volume tyre and less sag?


+1 you can add 5 cm that way easy.
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