In this episode of Bicycling’s Bike Shop, Deputy Editor Tara Seplavy and Test Editor Dan Chabanov discuss “Why Pros Are Ditching Long Crank Arms.” We explore who needs shorter cranks, the options available, and if you should make the switch on your bike.
Bicycling Members can watch the full episode below.
Gear We Discussed in This Episode
Shimano Dura-Ace 160mm Crankset
Shimano Ultegra 160mm Crankset
Shimano 105 12-speed 160mm Crankset
Thanks for spending some time with us in the shop. Let us know what bikes or gear you want to hear about. If you have questions about bicycles or equipment, drop us a note in the comments.
As Deputy Editor, Tara Seplavy leads Bicycling’s product test team; after having previously led product development and sourcing for multiple bike brands, run World Championship winning mountain bike teams, wrenched at renowned bicycle shops in Brooklyn, raced everything from criteriums to downhill, and ridden bikes on six different continents (landing herself in hospital emergency rooms in four countries and counting). Based in Easton, Pennsylvania, Tara spends tons of time on the road and trail testing products. A familiar face at cyclocross races, crits, and bike parks in the Mid Atlantic and New England, on weekends she can often be found racing for the New York City-based CRCA/KruisCX team. When not riding a bike, or talking about them, Tara listens to a lot of ska, punk, and emo music, and consumes too much social media.
