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I need some information on Unicycle frames

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  1. Alright, here goes. I have a torker cx 24" unicycle. I am attempting to
    put a knobby tire on it, however, the frame tapers the closer it gets
    to the crown. I am looking at buying a frame that doesn't taper. I know
    that the bearing distance from center to center is 100 mm (10 cm or
    about 4 inches). I am looking to buy a moderately priced frame with
    main cap bearing housings that can fit a 24" diameter wheel and has
    enough clearance for a knobby tire up to 3" wide. If anyone can tell me
    what frame will meet these specs and still fit my current wheel, i
    would be greatly appreciated, thank you.

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  2. The Yuni frame ($40) will work, as will the Nimbus ($42) or KH ($lots).

    But you might be better off buying an entire unicycle, and keeping your
    CX as-is for other kinds of riding. You really won't be able to fit a
    3" tire on the stock CX rim, so by the time you've bought a new wheel,
    tire, and frame, you pretty much have a new unicycle anyway. The
    'Nimbus 24\"' (http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=745) is
    just $209, or you could even get the splined-hub 'Torker DX'
    (http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=765) for $259.

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  3. Well, the thing is, i can get a standard wide rim that will fit my
    unicycle for very cheap at the bike shop in town, however, since
    unicycling still isn't big in indiana, there aren't many places close
    that sell frames, the closest place to me is bloomington, which is a 2
    hour round trip.....so the frame is the big problem, also i am in
    college so i am buying parts when i have money. Nonetheless, thank you
    for your reply it is helpful. I had already been looking at the Yuni
    frame, but you say the nimbus will work as well, but which nimbus
    frame? there are quite a few types

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  4. checkeredsockman said:

    since unicycling still isn't big in indiana....

    I just had to jump in to let you know Indiana is the home of The
    Unicycle Factory (Kokomo). You didn't mention where your college is,
    but if it's in the center part of the state (like Purdue), you're only
    30 miles away.

    With your low budget you probalby don't want anything custom, but just
    be advised that you may be pretty close to one of the most
    knowledgeable and experienced unicycle-building mind there is.

    Caution: Tom Miller is a bit of an individualist, and may freak you out
    in person, or talk your ear off on the phone. But if you want to talk
    to someone who really knows unicycles, give him a call: 765-452-2692.

    Whatever you do, don't mention Unicycle.com.

    Otherwise, your easiet choice is probably to order that Yuni frame from
    Unicycle.com. No bike shop required.

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