Wrong size bike?
I just picked up a brand new Fischer Cobia 19" for my first bike on Thursday night. I finally got my first ride in last night. My main concern and question is clearance. I found when I got on the bike last night everything seemed the right height and length but I have no clearance when I stand over the bike. When I say no clearance I mean the frame is actually pressing agaisnt me with no room for error as if I was riding a horse so much so when I stopped for a minute it was more comfortable to lean on one leg with the bike at an angle. From everything I have read I have the wrong size, but at the same time everything else fits me perfectly. I swear I had more clearance at the shop but I did have different shoes on which may have been thicker. I didn't have much more clearance but I had some instead of none which I have now. I am concerned that going with a 17.5 won't fit me as well but will give me clearance. Any thoughts for the newbie?