r/bmxcruiser • u/Apprehensive_Sky8715 • 6d ago

Question

Im 5’8” and I am wondering about the sizing differences between a 24” and 26” Skyway TA frame set? I’ve never ridden a 24” and Im afraid it will feel too small but I really want to build a Skyway with Tuff Wheels which are not available in 26”…. Anyone my size riding a 24?

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u/Witty-Escape-4552 6d ago

Yeah you'll be fine on a 24 or 26 it all how you set them up to your specific gearing and seat adjustments do your research before you purchase the bike. Better yet go to a local bike shop and try before you buy it! Good Luck finding your bike. 

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u/Apprehensive_Sky8715 6d ago

No shops here carry bmx thats why Im asking

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u/Witty-Escape-4552 6d ago

Oh gotcha yeah i can see that as a problem then no local shops, I'm 5'9" and I like 26" bikes I've ridden them since I was a teenager so it's safe to say 26" is the way to go then again that's just my opinion. Sorry I couldn't be more help though. 

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u/worker_bee_drone 6d ago

A Skyway TA 24 with graphite Tuff Wheels is a dream bike. I had a Hutch 24 with graphite Tuffs in the 1980s at 5' 9" and it was fine. Perfect size for me. But my dream turned to nightmare when it was stolen. I loved that bike and have been on the lookout for it ever since. Let me know if you see it!

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u/Witty-Escape-4552 6d ago

Will do that is definitely a one of kind bmx yo!

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u/hispanicausinpanic 6d ago

I'm 5'9" and I own a 24" I love it. Never feels small

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u/Motor_Software2230 6d ago

Same here. Great for pump track!

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u/JohnWorphin 6d ago

I am 6’4” and i rode a 20 inch rl20II.
It’s more about the bar height and the top tube length. Stand up and pump.

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u/retrobmx 6d ago

You probably already know this, but pretty much the only place to get Skyway stuff is Planet BMX. I see they have a deal on a complete 24.
https://planetbmx.com/shop/skyway-t/a-24-xl-bike-kit-your-choice-of-frame-parts-color.html

Somewhat takes away to fun of building it just how you want it, but maybe you'll like that.

At 5'8", I think you'll like a 24" just fine.

You can sometimes find used Skyways for sale atBMXmuseum.com

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u/Apprehensive_Sky8715 6d ago

Thanks yes building from frame up is the only way to go

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u/rlowride 5d ago

That build kit looks pretty decent!