Correct size for a Rivendell Bleriot?
11-29-10, 10:03 AM
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Correct size for a Rivendell Bleriot?
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I have a chance to buy a beautiful Rivendell Bleriot at a great price. The problem is that the size is listed at 55 CM and according to the Rivendell site I should get a bike sized at 60 CM. My PBH is 33 1/2 inches or 85 CM. The owner of the Rivendell says the bike feels more like a 57 CM and will fit someone who rides a 57. I am wondering if I could adjust the bike to make it work for me since the price and opportunity are so attractive. Looking for advice. Thanks
I have a chance to buy a beautiful Rivendell Bleriot at a great price. The problem is that the size is listed at 55 CM and according to the Rivendell site I should get a bike sized at 60 CM. My PBH is 33 1/2 inches or 85 CM. The owner of the Rivendell says the bike feels more like a 57 CM and will fit someone who rides a 57. I am wondering if I could adjust the bike to make it work for me since the price and opportunity are so attractive. Looking for advice. Thanks
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Hi,
I have a chance to buy a beautiful Rivendell Bleriot at a great price. The problem is that the size is listed at 55 CM and according to the Rivendell site I should get a bike sized at 60 CM. My PBH is 33 1/2 inches or 85 CM. The owner of the Rivendell says the bike feels more like a 57 CM and will fit someone who rides a 57. I am wondering if I could adjust the bike to make it work for me since the price and opportunity are so attractive. Looking for advice. Thanks
I have a chance to buy a beautiful Rivendell Bleriot at a great price. The problem is that the size is listed at 55 CM and according to the Rivendell site I should get a bike sized at 60 CM. My PBH is 33 1/2 inches or 85 CM. The owner of the Rivendell says the bike feels more like a 57 CM and will fit someone who rides a 57. I am wondering if I could adjust the bike to make it work for me since the price and opportunity are so attractive. Looking for advice. Thanks
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11-29-10, 10:26 AM
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My experience
I used Riv's geo chart as a starting point. According to Riv's chart, I should be on 59 Bleriot. I went with a 57 to keep the TT on the shorter side, and it fits like a glove. Riv's ST measurements are based on low BB drop and a "fist full of seapost" showing. So, you need to use the chart as a guide and then deviate from it to replicate your preferred riding position. There is a fair degree of adjustability, but realize that Riv's sizing is designed to put you in a more upright riding position with the saddle low relative to the TT and the bars high relative to the saddle. Good luck.
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Huge difference between a 55CM and a 60CM.
No matter how awesome the price is, you shouldn't pay for a bike that might not fit.
No matter how awesome the price is, you shouldn't pay for a bike that might not fit.
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