Originally Posted by exas
quick question. what is the "right size" for a road bike frame. for your bike you have barely any seatpost showing which means the toptube is pretty much rubbing against your pants when you stand over it. but on some other road bikes the seat post is very long, so are they fitted properly or not?
You should start with the 1 to 2 inch clearance rule of thumb, but in the end preference wins. Some people like a big drop and if they are flexible enough for it then I say all the power to 'em. But maybe I am just trying to kid myself as I have ALL 62cm frame and just bought a 58cm (damn i wish it were a 60cm) and want so desperately for it to fit... It seemed to feel good with the seatpost an inch past max height to I changed the post and put a long stem on it. I'll know after a few rides if it is too small.
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