26" bmx/cruiser
- Thread starter iksmudge
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eastern might still make the traildigger 26"
or the se OM flyer
or the volume sledgehammer
or the se OM flyer
or the volume sledgehammer
Supercross makes the Blur in 26".
I was looking at the geo of the 2011 NS Capital 26 . . . and it looks like it would end up being very 26" BMX.... The most interesting part is the bottom bracket is above axle level, even with a low 420mm axle-to-crown fork. With a taller fork it's even way higher.
Even though they're saying "remember, the Capital is not a big bmx cruiser" . . . . I think it could be pretty damn close !
I could imagine one being set up kind of like the Volume Sledgehammer, with BMX cruiser bars.....
The Capital was always a 24 specific frame, however having received many inquiries in the last 2 years, we decided that the new Capital 2011 street frame should also be offered in a 26 version. So here it is: radical geometry and ultra short chain stays.
For 2011 we decided to use simpler tubes (we call them simple but they are still multiple butted!), because they are super strong in critical areas but not so thin in the middle - therefore more resistant to dents resulting from crashing and throwing the bike - something that is inevitable in street riding. The result is a slightly heavier frame but at the same time - more crash resistant and better priced. Dont worry too much about the weight you will see abused 2011 Capital frames hitting the 9-10kg weight mark. We made the frame strong enough even for the most hardcore riders. This radical frame is the brainchild of "RNS" our test rider and product manager.
The Capital comes with a narrow seat stay shape for the perfect look. At the same time we decided that U-brakes are a better solution for street, giving great power, modulation and a clean look with nothing to catch on your trousers. We still feature 100% removable brake hardware so it will look pure for those who prefer to go brakeless. Another cool feature is that we decided to use an integrated pivotal mount with our slimmer custom shape. We put the integrated seat post as low as possible!
Remember that the Capital is not a big street bmx cruiser. The geometry is radical but still connected with mtb world, you can use rigid forks or short travel suspension. But the parts that you should spec come straight from 20 world - a bmx hub (110x14), Spanish bb, integrated headset, integrated pivotal post, removable U-brakes bosses in the case you need them simply a pure street frame.
Fits bmx parts: Spanish BB, 110x14mm hubs, Campy Spec integrated headsets, pivotal seats, U Brakes
High-end special offset butted tubes with integrated gussets combined. Multiple butted DT and TT
The Capital is designed to work with bmx hub 110x14mm. Accepts both LHD and RHD hubs
Spanish BB is a perfect solution for BMX cranks. Bigger bearings than in Euro BBs mean that the system is simple and strong
Integrated pivotal mount welded to your frame as low as possible. Lighter than any existing seat post. Weights only 25g
The Captial comes with an Integrated Headset. Strong, simple, and maintenance free.
Micro dropouts with smooth bottom edge to avoid hang-ups CNC machined inside for max weight saving, accepts pegs!
Narrow seat stays for that really compact look
Specs:
● Top Tube (physical c-c): 26: 545mm / 21.5
● Chain Stays: 26: 370mm / 14.5 slammed
● Frame Size: 26: 286mm / 11.3
● Head Tube Stack: 115mm / 4.5
● Biggest Chainring: up to ~32t depending on cranks, axle length, bb spacers, hub used / chain line
● Sprockets with guards e.g. Odyssey MDS will fit only without internal guard
● Capital is a only NS frame that accept use of pegs
● Removable U-brakes hardware (cable guide, cable stopper and brake pivots)
● Max Tyre Size: 26x2.2
● Built in pivotal seat post
Geometry with 485mm axle to crown fork (~100mm travel)
● Head Tube Angle: 26: 70°
● Seat Tube Angle: 26: 75°
● BB Height: 26: +31mm
● Wheel Base: 26: 1018mm
Geometry with 420mm axle to crown fork (RNS rigid fork)
● Head Tube Angle: 26: 73.5°
● Seat Tube Angle: 26: 78°
● BB Height: 26: +9mm
● Wheel Base: 26: 986mm,
Features:
Weight: ~2.36 kg + 0.03kg U-brakes hardware
Rear Spacing: Bmx Hub Spacing (O.L.D 110 x 14mm), accepts both right & left side drive hubs
Required Headset Style: Integrated headset, Campy spec (45x45°, OD41.8mm)
Frame Material: Custom butted 4130 cromoly
BB Shell: Spanish BB
Dropouts: Horizontal
Front Derailleur Clamp Diameter:
Derailleur Type:
Seat Post Diameter: Integrated pivotal mount welded to your frame as low as possible
Seat Clamp Diameter: N/A
Chainline:
Recommended Fork Length: 60-100mm or rigid forks 420-440mm
Brake interface: U brakes (BMX style)
Wheel Size: 26
Tyre Clearance: 2.2
NS Capital 26
Volume Sledgehammer
Even though they're saying "remember, the Capital is not a big bmx cruiser" . . . . I think it could be pretty damn close !
I could imagine one being set up kind of like the Volume Sledgehammer, with BMX cruiser bars.....
The Capital was always a 24 specific frame, however having received many inquiries in the last 2 years, we decided that the new Capital 2011 street frame should also be offered in a 26 version. So here it is: radical geometry and ultra short chain stays.
For 2011 we decided to use simpler tubes (we call them simple but they are still multiple butted!), because they are super strong in critical areas but not so thin in the middle - therefore more resistant to dents resulting from crashing and throwing the bike - something that is inevitable in street riding. The result is a slightly heavier frame but at the same time - more crash resistant and better priced. Dont worry too much about the weight you will see abused 2011 Capital frames hitting the 9-10kg weight mark. We made the frame strong enough even for the most hardcore riders. This radical frame is the brainchild of "RNS" our test rider and product manager.
The Capital comes with a narrow seat stay shape for the perfect look. At the same time we decided that U-brakes are a better solution for street, giving great power, modulation and a clean look with nothing to catch on your trousers. We still feature 100% removable brake hardware so it will look pure for those who prefer to go brakeless. Another cool feature is that we decided to use an integrated pivotal mount with our slimmer custom shape. We put the integrated seat post as low as possible!
Remember that the Capital is not a big street bmx cruiser. The geometry is radical but still connected with mtb world, you can use rigid forks or short travel suspension. But the parts that you should spec come straight from 20 world - a bmx hub (110x14), Spanish bb, integrated headset, integrated pivotal post, removable U-brakes bosses in the case you need them simply a pure street frame.
Fits bmx parts: Spanish BB, 110x14mm hubs, Campy Spec integrated headsets, pivotal seats, U Brakes
High-end special offset butted tubes with integrated gussets combined. Multiple butted DT and TT
The Capital is designed to work with bmx hub 110x14mm. Accepts both LHD and RHD hubs
Spanish BB is a perfect solution for BMX cranks. Bigger bearings than in Euro BBs mean that the system is simple and strong
Integrated pivotal mount welded to your frame as low as possible. Lighter than any existing seat post. Weights only 25g
The Captial comes with an Integrated Headset. Strong, simple, and maintenance free.
Micro dropouts with smooth bottom edge to avoid hang-ups CNC machined inside for max weight saving, accepts pegs!
Narrow seat stays for that really compact look
Specs:
● Top Tube (physical c-c): 26: 545mm / 21.5
● Chain Stays: 26: 370mm / 14.5 slammed
● Frame Size: 26: 286mm / 11.3
● Head Tube Stack: 115mm / 4.5
● Biggest Chainring: up to ~32t depending on cranks, axle length, bb spacers, hub used / chain line
● Sprockets with guards e.g. Odyssey MDS will fit only without internal guard
● Capital is a only NS frame that accept use of pegs
● Removable U-brakes hardware (cable guide, cable stopper and brake pivots)
● Max Tyre Size: 26x2.2
● Built in pivotal seat post
Geometry with 485mm axle to crown fork (~100mm travel)
● Head Tube Angle: 26: 70°
● Seat Tube Angle: 26: 75°
● BB Height: 26: +31mm
● Wheel Base: 26: 1018mm
Geometry with 420mm axle to crown fork (RNS rigid fork)
● Head Tube Angle: 26: 73.5°
● Seat Tube Angle: 26: 78°
● BB Height: 26: +9mm
● Wheel Base: 26: 986mm,
Features:
Weight: ~2.36 kg + 0.03kg U-brakes hardware
Rear Spacing: Bmx Hub Spacing (O.L.D 110 x 14mm), accepts both right & left side drive hubs
Required Headset Style: Integrated headset, Campy spec (45x45°, OD41.8mm)
Frame Material: Custom butted 4130 cromoly
BB Shell: Spanish BB
Dropouts: Horizontal
Front Derailleur Clamp Diameter:
Derailleur Type:
Seat Post Diameter: Integrated pivotal mount welded to your frame as low as possible
Seat Clamp Diameter: N/A
Chainline:
Recommended Fork Length: 60-100mm or rigid forks 420-440mm
Brake interface: U brakes (BMX style)
Wheel Size: 26
Tyre Clearance: 2.2
NS Capital 26
Volume Sledgehammer
26" Cruiser AND retro? A Killer deal!
GT Performer 26":
GT Interceptor 26":
GT Performer 26":
GT Interceptor 26":
Hmmmm. That Performer would have been a lot cooler with 990 brakes, a bb at or above axle level, 6"-ish rise GT freestyle bars, front brakes & gyro.
like this:
http://www.vintagebmx.com/community/index.php?showtopic=27053379
Knight Bike Co made 24" Performer:
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I've never tried a Cruiser... However, I can definitively say I'm not a fan of above-the-axis BBs. I know they make a 20-incher way more maneuverable, but in a 26er, it feels like the geo is screwed (to me at least).Hmmmm. That Performer would have been a lot cooler with 990 brakes, a bb at or above axle level, 6"-ish rise GT freestyle bars, front brakes & gyro.
imo, that new gt interceptor looks pretty cool. meanwhile, the performer 26 is ugly as could be...
Just found this site:
http://www.26fixed.com/
What I'm mainly looking out for is a more BMX orientated 26".
http://www.26fixed.com/
What I'm mainly looking out for is a more BMX orientated 26".
Check out the 2012 SE Flyer - fully chromed out.
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/yy12 _Sideb.jpg
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/yy12 Frontb.jpg
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/yy12 Rear1b.jpg
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/yy12 _Sideb.jpg
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/yy12 Frontb.jpg
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/yy12 Rear1b.jpg
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I made my own 26" BMX. It's a mid 80's Huffy cruiser frame, with Huffy BMX bars, Schwinn forks, 170mm Maxy Cross 3pc cranks & Alienation PBR wheels. I am going to have the frame/forks/bars sandblasted & powder coated black.
It's a blast to ride!
It's a blast to ride!