n00bRider

What size? Because if it's a 62-63cm, we should talk.

However I have been scouring craigslist for the last 2 weeks, and there isn't anything in my size.

0810

https://www.craigslist.org/eby/bik/167734018.html

?
is 58cm too big, im 5' 11 with a 33 inseam

0810

how about this?:

https://pacbikes.com/itemdetails.cfm?...iceasc&id=1407

stainless steel rims? isnt that bad?

Scooper

No; 58 cm is not too big. In fact, it should be just about right.

Before jumping into an aluminum frame though, check out THIS TUTORIAL. It's a little dated, but still a good introduction to frame materials (steel, aluminum, titanium, composite).

Scooper

The specs say "aluminum rims". That's not specific enough to be of value, but aluminum alloy rims are generally a good thing. The spokes are stainless steel, and that's also a good thing.

Scooper

Others will disagree, but as an old phart I believe real road bikes have horizontal top tubes.

0810

yeah, i dont think ill get those, it comes in a small, and medium in the hideous blue

big sky?https://pacbikes.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=520
i read its a comfort bike, which i think id prefer. 57cm shouldnt be a problem should it?

Scooper

At 5' 11" and with a 33" inseam, 57 cm is marginally on the small side (IMHO).

0810

its so hard to find a schwinn fastback sport 24!!!

0810

https://www.craigslist.org/nby/bik/168090583.html

good deal?

cyclintom

I recommend the used bike route as well. You can generally get twice the bike for the money. Sometimes more. I've a Look KG 241 that I bought in pieces and put together for less than a grand.

I also live in San Leandro. Does your sister ride? Tell her to look up Cherry City Cyclists: https://www.cherrycitycyclists.org/

cyclintom

That is a pretty good sizing chart. I'm 6'4" and have 35" inseam and ride mostly 61 cm bikes but also some 62's which feel perhaps a tiny bit better.

Scooper

The Fuji Ace is a nice entry level road bike. At close to 25 pounds, it's pretty heavy though, and the $380 price tag is no bargain IMHO.

Personally, I believe a used lugged steel frame bike made with Reynolds or Columbus double-butted tubes would be the ideal starter road bike, and with a little patience you should be able to find a really nice one for less than $700.

BlastRadius

If you do buy new from an LBS, steer clear of Freewheel on Valencia.
Do a search for "freewheel valencia" to see all the stories of abhorrent customer service, including mine.

OTOH, Valencia Cyclery has given nothing but top notch customer service, what a difference a block and
a half makes. Talk about micro-climates in SF.

Scooper

I second the recommendation on Valencia Cyclery. Friendly, top-notch service at reasonable labor rates.

cyclintom

American Cyclery is a good place as well. If you don't like the chummy western store walk across the street to the eastern establishment store.

0810

https://www.rei.com/outlet/product/48032713.htm

https://www.rei.com/outlet/product/48032722.htm

Edit: NOOOO, someone bought the last s5, i hope its not cause i posted this up

https://www.rei.com/outlet/product/48032717.htm now the s4 18 speed is up

online only, so i cant test ride, but i can have it shipped to the store when i buy it, rei offers a 100% satisfaction or a full refund. give it a try? if so, which one? tiagra vs sora.... whats the difference?

and, it doesnt come with pedals!

p.s: a part of me is nervous for riding on such thin wheels

0810

s4 or big sky s?

esandman

If you're looking for a fit calculator to decide what frame and stem length you should get, you could try the one at https://www.competitivecyclist.com/za...LCULATOR_INTRO it seems pretty thourough and after I punched in the measurments for myself it told me to ride the frame size that I have been comfortable riding on these past 8 years.