Cruiser for tall riders
04-16-19, 08:50 AM
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you could try a few cruiser facebook groups for stretch cruiser ideas, or some of the regular internet forums. i make my own, but don't try selling them (at best i strip down the bike and give the frame away). a harbor freight flux welder and a supply of flea market/thrift store bikes and play with it 'til you make something you like (and have a junk pile of cut up bikes).
04-24-19, 07:59 PM
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If you are looking to grab some attention but need something bigger look at a
Coker Tire Monster Cruiser, three speed, in your target price range I think. You will be noticed.
Coker Tire Monster Cruiser, three speed, in your target price range I think. You will be noticed.
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04-25-19, 08:35 AM
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a coker monster really isn't that big ergonomically. i mean it is big, but the seat to bars to pedals is pretty much the same as a regular beach cruiser. the 32" walmart bike "sits" bigger (if they still make it). if photobucket isn't acting hinky at the moment i'll post a comparison pic.
04-25-19, 08:46 AM
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well, if this works, it's in the seat post angle i think. the further you pull it out, the bigger/roomier the cockpit gets. it really does ride bigger than a monster if you need it.
but one advantage of the monster, for gpw or hackers like me, it's steel (the walmart bike is aluminum), you can make a bigger bike out of it, if you find one cheap or can afford to buy new just to cut it up. i've also heard you can buy the wheelset from coker
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04-25-19, 01:55 PM
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Now there a 36" wheels to get your monster cruiser built around bigger than 29er plus..
which is what that red one is..
Still have a lot of seat post to bring up saddle for long legs..
which is what that red one is..
Still have a lot of seat post to bring up saddle for long legs..
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05-20-19, 07:23 PM
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I just got a Electra Cruiser 1 tall frame and it is the most comfortable and easiest to peddle single speed bike I have ever ridden or owned. I am 6’3” fits me perfect. Give it a try at your LBS.
05-27-19, 11:33 AM
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We built some stretched Cruisers in the past from old bicycles gathered from trashpiles the day after Christmas…. Some better than others , all better than the antique I’m riding now …. hahahaha ( see: Pic … My “A" Frame )
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05-28-19, 09:13 AM
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the one in back is the ls the longest i've ever made, for a brother who is 6'5" (the pic is more exaggerated since the one in front is made from a 24" bike). unfortunately, health issues meant he never even tried it, so i still have it. at 5'11", i had to make a lucky 7 type seat post to better reach the pedals, but having a million other bikes and projects made to fit me anyway, i never went much further than that.
05-31-19, 12:42 AM
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Try a layback seat post (bent). I have one on my shopper and it's great. This bike was too small for me until the post, i'm 5' 11'' and the pedal to seat top is now 36''. What's more, the seating position is more like a cruiser, with the ability to have a straight leg to the pedal as well as being able to touch the ground with the other leg..
06-24-19, 12:35 PM
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Electra Tall Frame
I stumbled onto the Tall/XL frame Electra C1 a few years ago, its only available in a single speed but I've since swapped that out for a SA 3 spd. setup.
I've made a few other "changes" to the riding position (custom lay back seat post, saddle, extended threadless stem & new taller handlebars) to make it more comfortable & it fits my 6' 32" inseam self perfectly!
I've made a few other "changes" to the riding position (custom lay back seat post, saddle, extended threadless stem & new taller handlebars) to make it more comfortable & it fits my 6' 32" inseam self perfectly!
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06-24-19, 02:40 PM
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Cruiser2112, Very well done!!!!
06-26-19, 10:03 AM
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I stumbled onto the Tall/XL frame Electra C1 a few years ago, its only available in a single speed but I've since swapped that out for a SA 3 spd. setup.
I've made a few other "changes" to the riding position (custom lay back seat post, saddle, extended threadless stem & new taller handlebars) to make it more comfortable & it fits my 6' 32" inseam self perfectly!
I've made a few other "changes" to the riding position (custom lay back seat post, saddle, extended threadless stem & new taller handlebars) to make it more comfortable & it fits my 6' 32" inseam self perfectly!
07-05-19, 08:04 AM
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I found an old Schwinn American Heavy Duti on eBay, I figured it's 1/4 the price of getting a custom built frame and building a new cruiser to fit my requirements.
09-26-19, 05:27 AM
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You've hit a pet peeve there.
Years ago, I believe I located online a Brazilian manufacturer that made a "tall" version of their cruiser, but I never actually located the actual bike where I could buy one. I forget the brand, but they made other more common bikes, kids bikes, etc., and all I ever saw for sale were those. (Edit: I think that was "Caloi", but I don't see anything like that on their current website.)
If Worksman would make up one jig for "large" frames, they'd have that market cornered for the next 40 years.
As it is, the Worksman straight-bar models (M2600) may have a little less seatpost extension than the regular. The overall frame dimensions, I assume are the same, but just shaped a little differently where the seatpost is. I rode one of them for a couple of years.
There are the various "monster cruisers" but the problem is, they're still a 1-size frame, so that frame is optimized for medium-size people.
Years ago, I believe I located online a Brazilian manufacturer that made a "tall" version of their cruiser, but I never actually located the actual bike where I could buy one. I forget the brand, but they made other more common bikes, kids bikes, etc., and all I ever saw for sale were those. (Edit: I think that was "Caloi", but I don't see anything like that on their current website.)
If Worksman would make up one jig for "large" frames, they'd have that market cornered for the next 40 years.
As it is, the Worksman straight-bar models (M2600) may have a little less seatpost extension than the regular. The overall frame dimensions, I assume are the same, but just shaped a little differently where the seatpost is. I rode one of them for a couple of years.
There are the various "monster cruisers" but the problem is, they're still a 1-size frame, so that frame is optimized for medium-size people.
09-26-19, 06:01 AM
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I think Worksman now has a "large" frame available. But, it is made with larger tubing necked down to fit the regular fittings, so not much for aesthetics.
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09-29-19, 10:43 PM
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What a beautiful 26" Schwinn Varsity custom. I love your color. I'm 6'5" on long legs but this size frame keeps the seatpost at a resonable length. The wheels are Velocity 700c Chukars on Velo Orange hubs with 40mm Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires. The back has a 10 speed cassette. Though not a cruiser in the classic sense this is one of two Schwinn Varsity's I own and is ridden all the time. That is a noseless seat made by Hobson and is way more comfortable than it looks. It took some time to get it adjusted right but now pain free riding with no harm done to the unit area. As an aside this bicycle has a high percentage of American Made content. Handlebars, seatpost, frame, fork, kickstand, cranks are all American Made. I owned a Dyno low rider years ago and loved it but the seat would kill me on longer rides. I put a 7 speed Nexus IGH on it and it was a real pleasure to ride, except for that seat.
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09-29-19, 10:47 PM
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Above comments were directed toward SquidPuppet's lovely blue Schwinn Varsity. Hit the Post button before engaging brain.
09-30-19, 10:37 AM
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Here's a discontinued Phat Tribal with a pretty big honkin frame it is great for 6'2" and I'm sure taller. The wide rims and 26 x 2.50 tires help too if you tip the scales in a large way. Totally stock bike that can handle the big fella's!
Squidpuppets collection of custom bikes is awesome he's got some of them listed on a photo site certainly a lot to drool over.
Squidpuppets collection of custom bikes is awesome he's got some of them listed on a photo site certainly a lot to drool over.
10-08-19, 08:56 AM
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Nice!!!!
