I’ve been getting into freestyle alot lately and i decided i need an actual freestyle uni. Right now i am using an onza trials and it is really hard to do tricks like spins. I need a frame that is good for stand up tricks. If possible i would want it to be under $200.
I have been looking at this one. And it looks alright. http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=685
What size tire does this one have? It gives you the option of 102mm or 127mm cranks. Which one would be better?
If you have any other suggestions/comments please post them.
that should be okay, but I think the seat might be uncomfortable. That is a really good frame, so even if you later wanted to upgrade the wheelset, the frame would still be good. 102 versus 127 is a matter of personal preference. If you are used to using 140s on a trials uni, then 127’s would probably be an easier transition, and seem more general purpose. You can always get the other length later if the one you get seems wrong.
Lookat semcycle.com: if you take all the upgrade-options, then for $ 10.- less you will have chromoly and heat-threated cranks and hub, plus that excellent rim as on the Semcycle-Pro, plus the Primo “the wall” tyre, and a Semcycle-seat.
im about 5’1" or so, should i get the 200 mm or 300mm seat post?
Also what is the difference in the pedal upgrades? Is it worth it to get everything upgraded? (its $220 with all upgrades i think)
You can always cut a seatpost shorter (with a hacksaw or a pipe cutter) but you can’t cut it longer. If in doubt go for the longer length.
You can call up Semcycle and ask them questions about upgrades and options. The phone number is on Semcycle.com. They do shows and other events so won’t always be at the office every day during the week.
The one from UDC has a hand-built superstrong wheel. I don’t think the Sem has that, and those are expensive. Another item - the Sem seat takes a little getting used to, especially if you’re used to riding on a nice cushy KH. Mine doesn’t bother me now, but at first I was thinking I might need to get something else!
Other than that, the Sem Longneck is definitely one of my favourite frames. Really, you’re just looking for a strong but skinny standard unicycle for freestyle. cromoly square-taper hub, good quality cranks, flat crown and a high pressure tire.
Leo said the upgraded tire you can get is the Primo “the wall” tire. The Primo “the wall tire” on UDC says it comes in either 1.85 or 2.1. Which size would come with the semcycle? Also is it harder to do tricks like wheel walk and hop on tyre on a freestyle uni than a trials uni because it is skinnier? I was trying these tricks on my 20" generic with a 20x1.75 tire and i was having trouble doing them. Will it just take some getting used to?
Also on semcycle.com it says it comes with 125 mm cranks. Is there any noticeable difference with 125 mm and 127 mm cranks?
well since the semcycle site does not offer the tire in green or gray, and UDC says green and gray are available in 2.1 only, i would have to guess that you’d get a 1.85… don’t know about the rest of your questions
The wheels of Semcycle are all hand-made… by Semcycle.
They even make custom wheels for ages. No need to doubt their expertise.
The upgraded Semcycle XL will have a rim like the semcycle-pro. It’s like the Primo’s Hoola Hoop; definitly stronger.
The upgraded Semcycle XL wheel will have a heat-treathed chromoly cranks, the unicycle.com model not.
The upgraded Semcycle XL has heat-treathed chrome plated crancks, the unicycle.com model not.
The upgraded Semcycle XL has heat-treathed chromoly hub, the unicycle.com model not.
The upgraded Semcycle XL has heat-treathed chrome plated crancks, the unicycle.com model not.
The upgraded Semcycle XL had pedals with heat-treathed chromoly axes in the pedal, the unicycle.com model not.
The upgraded Semcycle XL comes with a Primo the Wall, the unicycle.com model not.
And again:
The Semcycle XL model cost less than the unicycle.com model.
So, when using the word expensive, address it to the model of unicycle.com.
The Semcycle seat has less contact with the innerleg. And has less suspension. Just for the same reason why tour de France bicycles have such tuff saddles. On the long term a too “sponge”-like seat will be very uncomfortable.
Besides that; the Semcycle seat excist of 3 parts (including a metal! plate), which you all can replace. Ha!
I don’t know what width comes by default at Semcycle. But I do know they have both in stock, and there is no price difference. So I’m sure a phone-call will give you what you prefer.
The 1.85 has less contact with the floor, so it’s a bit easier to make your manoeuvres.
If you put extra air in the 2.10 they come very close.
Same for the small difference between 1.75 and 1.85
The 2.10 tire in combination with this frame is the shortest distance between tire and fork-crown. That’s excellent for all stand-up skills. And yes, slightly easier for ww things. But like you indicated yourself, it just takes a little getting used to. No big deal.
Personally I prefer the 1.85 model, but just because I was used to 1.75 in the past, but also because I usually ride the Semcycle Pro model which is unsuitable for stand-up skills. So basicly just do what you think is right for you.
If you suddenly extend my crancks by (2*2=) 4 milimeters in total, I guess I will notice. And I’m sure I rather would see you decreased my 125 mm. pedals each by 2 mm!
Many freestyle riders use 110 mm. (Semcycle use to have theirs also available in 110).
So -to me- the question 127 mm. OR 125 mm. is an easy one: 125 mm!
In any case, I know what you are talking about! In fact I put a
20x2.1 Wall on my unicycle today. There is a surprisingly big
difference in feel between it and the old Hookworm 20x1.95. Although
the new Primo is slightly larger, is it noticeably narrower. The
responsiveness was such that I found myself oversteering when I wasn’t
paying close attention, and fell off when I first tried to idle. I
can see why this is a popular freestyle tire!
now your just being stupid! I do all my freestyle on a trials and im level 7, and i can running jump mount glide, stand up ww, spins, 360 unisipin, 270 unispin, and seat draggin is hel easier since i got the trials…as long as the wheel is a 20in and the cranks arnt ober long than it works for freestyle…
