Originally Posted by
common man
I may go to my LBS (I have 3 of them) and get fit for the bike or force one of my friends to help me.
This is my first "real" adult bike.
The Emory - Fuji website (the chart for Absolute) and
Trek site both say that a 5' 9 1/2" person should be on a 19" hybrid bike (just a guideline) whereas I know forum members tell you to take the smallest frame size you're OK with. I didn't want to pass up on this deal so I hope the bike isn't too big for me when I actually do figure out my fit.
Too bad you went to Bicycle South.
Stop by
Intown Bicycles in Virginia-Highland (where I work) and we'll fit you to the correct bike.
The fenders attach to the front fork with P clamps or zip ties.
The stem looks really scary. I suggest swapping it for a shorter one. If you want the handlebars up higher install a riser on the stem.
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Last edited by RonH; 08-23-09 at 07:45 AM.