Road Bike Question
07-24-08, 10:20 AM
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Road Bike Question
I wanted to pick up a road bike and saw one on craigslist. I am 5'10" and ride a 20" Trek Hybrid. Will a 60cm road bike be a good fit for me or not?
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Probably be too big. A 56cm frame would most likely fit better.
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I'm 5'11" and ride a 55/56cm
I'm 5'11" and ride a 55/56cm
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Thanks for the responses everyone.
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Im 5'8 riding a 2006 Specialized Allez in 54cm. fit is pretty good, I dont really like riding in the drops much, however...probably just me (out of shape 
) a 56cm is probably a good starting point!
) a 56cm is probably a good starting point!
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you will need to have your inseam measured aswell.
my inseam is 31 inchs, about 5'9 n half
i test rode a 54cm frame and found it nice and fit well, but in another brand it did not. The 56 was best on that bike. Some also come in 55cm which might be the best choice, it just depends..get fit on them
my inseam is 31 inchs, about 5'9 n half
i test rode a 54cm frame and found it nice and fit well, but in another brand it did not. The 56 was best on that bike. Some also come in 55cm which might be the best choice, it just depends..get fit on them
