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Does BMX Crank Arm Length Matter?

Does crank arm length on a BMX bike matter? It does! Here’s a video where Brant Moore discusses it…

It’s that time of the week for Brant Moore to do a little tech tip for you guys. This time around he is looking at how crank arm length has an affect on a BMX bike. Brant talks about the different sizes, the difference between longer cranks and shorter cranks and much more. This is great info if you’re considering getting new cranks and you aren’t quite sure what size to go with. Hit play and take it all in!

“There are many different crank lengths in the world of bicycles.
The question is, does crank length matter?

In this week’s Tuesday Tip, we answer that question through the help of some insight from Profile Racing as well as a scientific study of power output in varying crank lengths.”

Profile Racing – Tech Tip: 19mm VS 22mm Cranks

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Thinking about getting a new set of cranks, but you aren’t sure if you should run 19mm or 22mm spindle?

This weeks Tech Tip from Profile Racing takes a look at the difference between their classic 19mm Race Cranks and their 22mm Column cranks and what size you should run based on your riding style and preference. This talks about a few of the Pros and Cons of both sizes and gives you examples of what each the riders on their team run for cranks. You can check out the tech tip on the Profile Racing Website!

One thing they don’t cover in this is the 24mm crank arm size that a few brands also offer. This size has been pretty commonly looked at as overkill for many riders, but there are a bunch of guys out there that could benefit from that larger size as well. Either way, 19mm, 22mm and 24mm are all options. 19mm is the most common and 22mm being the second most common option for the riders that are harder on cranks.

What do you run? Let us know what size and why in the comments below!

Kink BMX – Gold Parts Colorway

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If you’re feeling like you need some gold in your life, Kink have you covered!

Kink have released their Foundation 2 Fork, Pillar Cranks and Solace 2 Bars in this new metallic gold colorway that looks real shiny and nice. If you’re digging the color and want to add some shine to your bike, this might just be what you need. The fork, cranks and bars are available through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Kink BMX worldwide now.

The Pillar Cranks in this new gold colorway.

The Tony Hamlin signature Solace 2 Bars also come in this new gold color!

What do you think? Do you have any questions? Let us know what you’re thinking in the comments below!

Odyssey BMX – Thunderbolt+ Cranks

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Odyssey have made their Thunderbolt Cranks even more affordable…

Are you due for a new set of BMX Cranks? Thinking about picking up Odyssey‘s Thunderbolt cranks? Well, you’re in luck because they have just released their Thunderbolt+ Cranks that now come with a Mid bottom bracket included, and some updated graphics.

The Thunderbolt+ cranks are made from Odyssey’s 41-Thermal heat-treated chromoly that use a 2-piece system that utilizes their Wedge Cluster band and Never-Wobble™ crank arm and spindle interface guarantee with an updated open-ended spindle cap and traditional bolt-on sprocket interface. The cranks have a 22mm spindle and are available in right or left side drive, lengths of 165mm, 170mm and 175mm with a weight of 1 lb. 11.8 oz. and black for the only color option. Since these cranks are 41-Thermal heat-treated, they come with Odyssey’s Lifetime Warranty, which is another great perk.

You can pick the Thunderbolt+ cranks up for $189.99 through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Odyssey worldwide now!

All of the parts for the cranks in one package… Easy to install!

What do you think? Do you have any questions? Let us know what’s on your mind in the comments below!

Not quite what you’re looking for? Check out more BMX Cranks!

Kink BMX – Pillar Cranks Flipbook

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Are you due for a set of new BMX Cranks? Have you given Kink‘s popular Pillar Cranks that have been apart of their line up since 2011? These long lasting cranks are built to take some heavy abuse and they show you just how they accomplish that in the flipbook below!

“Learn more about what makes the Kink Pillar 24 Cranks so popular and reliable.”

GT Bicycles – Power Series Cranks

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The classics keep on coming from GT Bicycles. Let’s take a look at the new and improved Power Series Cranks!

If you have been riding BMX for a long time, there’s no doubt that you’re familiar with the Power Series Cranks from GT Bicycles. These cranks were a staple in history of BMX cranks. Fast forward to 2017 and GT have re-released two versions of the cranks; chromoly and alloy.

Chromoly Power Series Cranks

Up top you can find the chromoly Power Series cranks. These full 4130 chromoly cranks start out with tubular 175mm arms with sprocket bosses on both arms making them right and left side drive copatible. The arms are attached to a 19mm, 48-spline hollow chromoly spindle that allows you to easily run Spline Drive Sprockets if you prefer. Everything is held tightly together by flush mount bolts.

The Chromoly Power Series cranks are available in 175mm only, weigh in at 28.9 oz., chrome for the only color and a price tag of $129.99 through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry GT Bicycles worldwide now.

Alloy Power Series Cranks

The original Power Series cranks that started it all. These modernized cranks are made from forged 7050 aluminum with steel pedal inserts, sprocket bosses on both arms making them left and right side drive compatible and 175mm length. You can even find a laser etched logo to match the classics on each arm. The arms are attached to a 22mm, square spline, hollow chromoly spindle with 2 pinch bolts per arm and flush mount bolts to keep everything nice and tight.

The Alloy Power Series cranks are available in 175mm only, weigh in at 34.3 oz., chrome for the only color and also only cost $129.99 through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry GT Bicycles worldwide now.

Both cranks will undoubtedly get the job done and will look great on your bike whether it’s a retro rebuild or the bike you’re putting a beating on day in and day out.

What do you think? Have any questions? Let us know in the comments below!

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Madera – 22mm Bantam Cranks

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Let’s take a closer look at the new Madera Bantam Cranks….

Are you on the hunt for a new set of BMX Cranks? The crew at Madera have released their new Bantam Cranks that might just be what you’re looking for. These cranks are made right here in the U.S.A in the same place as Profile Racing. The Bantam cranks start out with heat-treated, oversized 4130 chromoly arms that are built to take a some heavy abuse from riding. The arms are connected to a 22mm, 48-spline, Gun Drilled Hollow chromoly axle with 8mm hex aluminum bolts to keep everything tight. Clean and simple design to make things easy.

These cranks have a sprocket boss on the right arm only. That means you can run a bolt-on or spline drive sprocket on the right hand side, but you can only run spline drive on the left side.

You can pick up the Bantam cranks from Madera in matte-black only with a 165mm and 170mm sizes and a weight of 30.04 oz.. These also come with a LIFETIME WARRANTY to the original purchaser, which is always a huge perk. You can pick these up through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Madera worldwide now for $167.99 now.

Want to see how these BMX cranks are made? Check out this video showing you how they make the cranks down in Florida below!

What do you think of these cranks? Do you have any questions? Let us know in the comments below! We’ll make sure to get you an answer!

Madera – Journey of the American Made Bantam Cranks

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Want to see how BMX cranks are made? Here’s a look at how the new Madera Bantam 22mm cranks are made.

Here is one for you product nerds that love seeing how things are made! Madera just dropped this video showing you how their new Bantam Cranks are made down in Florida! This starts out at the drawing on the computer and takes you all the way through the laser etching and packaging. It’s a pretty amazing process and interesting to see just how BMX cranks are made!

Also, here’s a video Tour of the Profile Racing and Madera warehouse we did with Matt Coplon a while back.

“American-Made Journey of the Madera BMX Bantam Cranks

Take a look at how Madera BMX makes BMX parts in-house in St. Petersburg, Florida, USA.

The newest product from Madera BMX is:

The Madera Bantam 22mm 3-Piece Crankset

-Heat treated, oversized 4130 chromoly crank arms
-22mm GDH CrMo axle with 8mm hex aluminum axle bolts.
-RHD – Either a Bolt on or spline drive sprocket can be used.
-LHD – Spine Drive Sprocket ONLY
-Bantam Crankset includes LH & RH crank arms, 22mm GDH chromo spindle, aluminum axle bolts/washers, and 22mm Crank Tool.
-Limited Lifetime Warranty to original purchaser.
Sizes: 165mm and 170mm
Colors: Matte-Black Powdercoat
Weight:
22mm Chromo GDH Spindle- 227g/7.94 oz
170mm Right Arm: 320g/11.25 oz
170mm Left Arm: 309g/10.85 oz

For more info:
www.MADERABMX.net

Filmed and Edited: Mike Hinkens
Filmed entirely on location at the Profile/Madera Factory in St. Petersburg Florida.“