Bike Forums - BMX

Looking to get back into BMX

I_Suck_At_BMX — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:30:41 GMT

Hey how's it going? I havent been active on these forums in a couple years minus a few random pop ins, but after my recent seperation from the military I want to get back into BMX. I been out of the scene for a while now and i don't know which companies are reputable (sp?) anymore. I cant believe how light bikes got over the last 4 years.

Heres what I am looking at ( in order ) :
- Fit STR Edwin Sig 2010
http://www.danscomp.com/101895.php?cat=BIKES
- Eastern Reaper 2010
http://www.danscomp.com/101587.php?cat=BIKES
- DK Aura 2010
http://www.danscomp.com/101255.php?cat=BIKES#

When I left the sport Fit was the big name, but things change and I just want to make sure i'm not buying garbage. Are these 3 selections any good? Any better suggestions for <700$.

Thanks for the help in advance, cant wait to get back into the game

question about universal 110 130 bcd chainrings

Charles Ramsey — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:18:48 GMT

Here http://share.ovi.com/media/currentre...resident.10166 is a triple I made using pro neck and tuff neck chainrings. Both sets of holes line up however if one of the chainrings is reversed they don't. Does anyone have a set like this made under a different name and do both sets of holes line up?

Identify these old school pedals

fadetoblack6902 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:51:55 GMT

Hi,

Any ideas what these pedals are? Are they worth anything? The platform pedals say "k174 FP-966 on the inner lip. The ones with toe clips say R100 on the pedal body. Both are 1/2" threads.

Thanks in advance.

By jnewberg02, shot with Canon PowerShot A610 at 2009-11-16

48h, 3/8" axel, flip flop hub

Rob Glatfelter — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:00:02 GMT

Do they exist?
Having trouble finding one...
It's not going on a BMX bike, but, figured this was the best place for it anyways...
Anyways, if anyone knows where I could find one, would be greatly appreciated

hi

cheech44 — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:42:13 GMT

I'm interested in building bmx style frames. where can i get info on tubing, bb. headtubes. and a good bike jig. I plan on tig welding the frames. thanks I need all the info I can get.

Freecoasters

rectangle — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:31:34 GMT

I don't really know too much about them, aside from the fact that you don't have to back pedal when rolling in reverse. Just wondering if people use them and could inform me on their benefits and downsides, ( I can imaging lots of failures and difficult repairs).

Whats good? bad? or is there any point to getting one at all, i almost never see people using them.

How would I identify a chromoly frame in a bike cemetary?

Fairmont — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:26:50 GMT

There's a guy near me that has a place right out of Sanford and Son, and I'd like to find a good frame (perhaps) if that's possible.

Background: I'm 6,0 195 pounds, stupid, and 41. I used to ride all the time but now just mountain bike and such. But I want to catch a bit of air again. Nothing crazy, just dirt jumps and a few curb hops.

Thanks

Best Lightweight BMX's to look for?

bumpalong — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:55:31 GMT

I could use some advice. I have an 11 year old who is fast progressing on BMX - doing tricks and begining to ride skateparks.

I found him a well equipped Redline Triple x on Craigs List earlier this year which has been super solid and great taking abuse, but we think it was build for a grown up and he complains it is too heavy.

Could you recommend lighter weight, well built BMX models for me to look out for on Craigs List (in other words roughly between 3-8 years old - not this years models)?

I'm a road guy, and don't know my BMX. With the jumps he's starting to do I want a bike that won't fail on him. I'm hoping to buy used on Craigs List and spend somewhere between $80 - 150.

I know components also make a difference so advice on those would be great too.

Thanks.:thumb:

Hh ?

bashermax — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:53:34 GMT

Have a stripped frame and there is a shield logo with HH inside. What (brand) is this?
DOn't think I'm completely stupid... I just don't know ANYTHING about BMX. I'm fixing this up for my son to ride... just can't get him into Roadbikes..... yet!?

Tips on 360 tailtap

BMXinTexas — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:24:03 GMT

Anyone tell me how to 360 tailtap or give me some tips?

Crank arm help

poop — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:29:34 GMT

I cant get my crank arm bolt off. I have tried everything i have even bent a allen wrench.
Does anyone know how i can get it off.

School me on BMX hubs

vredstein — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:33:09 GMT

I'm an experienced road bike and commuter bike mechanic. I've worked in a few shops and have a good touch setting things up. But I have no BMX riding experience, no BMX shopping experience, and I don't know the little ins and outs of the bikes.
I'm working on a customer's bike now. It's a Diamondback Joker. He brought it in for a simple tube change, but I felt a LOT of play in the rear hub. After disassembling it, I found it uses a bunch of small 1/8" balls. The balls were shot, I mean chewed up, the cones and races were also shot.
My question is, why would they use such small balls in a BMX hub, a hub that's designed to get abused, jumped, jolted etc. Is this just something they put on cheap OEM wheels?
What are the standards for hub axles. I didn't have a pair of calipers, but this appeared to be between 13 and 14mm. Replacement wheels seemed to come in 14mm, so I assume this is one of the standards.
Does anyone know of a good website that is a good source for this type of information?

Need source for 48h, front sealed hub, 14mm axle, double wall wheels

istomtom — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:43:44 GMT

I will be using them for pedicabs.

Looking for something under $80 - $90 and readily available online.

48 spoke
front 100mm sealed bearing hub
14mm axle
double (or triple wall) rim

Thanks!