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Q-factor cranks ?

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  1. can someone tell me exactly what the difference is between a Q-factor
    crank n a non Q-factor crank??

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  2. The more Q-factor a crank has the further it angles out from the uni. A
    crank with less Q will be closer in to the wheel. Q-factor is the
    distance between the 2 pedals. The more Q you have the more controll
    (for say trials) you have, but less makes for a smoother ride (for say
    street).

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  3. The q-factor is the distance through the axle between the pedals. Every
    setup has q-factor--it's just a question of how much.

    So, high q-factor means your pedals are farther apart. This can be due
    to having a wide hub and/or cranks that flare outward.

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  4. agentQ said:

    The more Q-factor a crank has the further it angles out from the uni. A
    crank with less Q will be closer in to the wheel. Q-factor is the
    distance between the 2 pedals. The more Q you have the more controll
    (for say trials) you have, but less makes for a smoother ride (for say
    street).

    and the question is answerd :p

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