Soma Double Cross frame size Question
01-29-17, 12:49 PM
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Soma Double Cross frame size Question
Ok I have more or less decided I really like the looks of the SOMA double cross frame and I think I want to use it as the basis for my touring bike. I already have most of the components I want to use as I have been collecting parts for quite some time.
Here is my question , since SOMA sells frames and I cant find a bike to try, can anyone give me an idea about how the 52cm and 54cm bikes fit ? I am 5'10 with 31 inch legs. When I use the bike size calculator it tells me I should be riding a 54 which is actually taller than what I ride in a MTB. There is a Trek dealer, Specialized, and KONA/Giant dealer in the town where I am living. Any help would really be appreciated because I dont want to buy a frame that will not work for me and be unable to ride it because its not comfortable.
Thanks so much !
Here is my question , since SOMA sells frames and I cant find a bike to try, can anyone give me an idea about how the 52cm and 54cm bikes fit ? I am 5'10 with 31 inch legs. When I use the bike size calculator it tells me I should be riding a 54 which is actually taller than what I ride in a MTB. There is a Trek dealer, Specialized, and KONA/Giant dealer in the town where I am living. Any help would really be appreciated because I dont want to buy a frame that will not work for me and be unable to ride it because its not comfortable.
Thanks so much !
01-29-17, 08:39 PM
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Well I am one that thinks a cycle cross specific frame makes a poor loaded touring bike. Here's why- Way too short a wheelbase (or more to the point the chainstays and front centers). Way too high a BB (which just makes the frame height worse). Usually tubing that is on the thin walled side of the fence.
But having said that I suggest sizing to the reach more then the height. Andy.
But having said that I suggest sizing to the reach more then the height. Andy.
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Double cross is sized low and long. It would make for an extremely aggressively fit touring bike or a lot of spacers and an upturned stem. I'll echo above, I do not think this would be a good touring bike option.
https://www.somafab.com/wp-content/up...ecross2014.jpg
Check the reach on the geometry chart and ignore the size as it's based on seat-tube and is pretty meaningless. What is your current bike's reach?
https://www.somafab.com/wp-content/up...ecross2014.jpg
Check the reach on the geometry chart and ignore the size as it's based on seat-tube and is pretty meaningless. What is your current bike's reach?
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