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01-08-09, 02:54 PM

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Gonzo Bob

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I'm 5'8" but I have long legs (33.5" cycling inseam) and my bikes are 56 and 58. The 56 actually has the seat post about 2mm above min insertion (OK, it's only a 200mm post). Top tubes are 56 on both.

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