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Does Crank Length Matter?

Yes, shorter cranks are easier to turn and longer cranks push the bike further when they are turned. Additionally, if they are too long they may strike the floor, but too short and they can constrict the movement of your knees or hinder the amount of force you can put down on the pedals due to decreased leverage

Yes, shorter cranks are easier to rotate, while longer cranks push the bike further in a single pedal rotation.

Updated on August 11, 2022

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