Crank Length Explained in 3 minutes (should you change?)

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Are your cranks the cause of your knee, hip and back pain?
Have you ever wondered what your ideal crank length is?
In this video we look at crank length and what Custom Bike Fit can do to help determine the best crank length for you.
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[@linneroberts7377]

Loving my 160mm cranks
No more rocking on the seat and no more inflammation in my dodgy hip and my chiropractor is very happy!

[@backtohealthyactive4355]

Great information as always, crank length actually in combination with width which is often fixed size can make a huge difference in hip and even lower back position.
One thing which is important is the adaptation process, it takes time for the body and brain to adapt to new size, feel and levers. I guess confidence that your body can adapt is kinda important too :)
I often see it takes 2-3 weeks to get fully used to new position, saddle, cranks etc.
Also :) we can tweak a person which is quite different story.
Keep up great work, the information is really helpful.

[@custombikefit466]

Thank you

[@user-nh3ob9xy1v]

I just now got a 6KU urban track (just the frame) and rn I’m looking for a crank set the bike is a size L 58cm

[@wangshuishui2121]

I have another view to the length of the crank, in tri bike, i use 172.5 as i have a easier time pushing constant power at 65-75rpm for me 180km and thus coming off fresher for my run, while on my road bike, i use 170mm because of the constant surge during racing, i maintain 75-85rpm, higher during sprinting. I know my method goes against conventional practice, but after given time,efforts and monies towards conventions, this is what i came back to... im not here with/for trouble, but just wanna offer another prospective..

[@custombikefit466]

I don't disagree with you in that I think it's all very personal. Most people don't realize they have a choice when it comes to crank length - they get what they are given. That said, I do see more issues with long cranks than short, and you can easily alter cadence through gearing (chainrings and cassette) and still ride with a crank that's ideal for your biomechanics

[@automotive474]

​@@custombikefit466not exactly"easily", sometimes you need a new cassete/rings depending on what power you output, finding the right ratio is not as simple as shifting gears, you could easily find yourself crosschaining if your cadence/power levels are not typical

[@andrewg2586]

Hi where you located?

[@custombikefit466]

We're in QLD Australia on the Sunshine Coast and Rockhampton. By all means email [e-mail] and we'll do our best to help you