650C vs. 700C explained?
10-29-07 | 05:46 PM
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Wheel size. 650C is smaller. 700C is the "standard" road bike size. 650C is a good option if you buy a small frame.
10-29-07 | 08:28 PM
#3
Thanks. I have been looking at getting a tri bike and have had several different suggestions on what I should get. I'm 6'5" and 245 pounds. Thoughts on what would be a better size?
10-29-07 | 10:35 PM
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At 6'5", you should definitely be getting a frame with 700c wheels. I don't think any frame manufacturers even make a frame made for 650c wheels that would come close to fitting you.
10-29-07 | 10:50 PM
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What he said. You have two choice and they are both 700's
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