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Old 08-16-05 | 07:40 AM
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From: Sussex, WI USA

Bikes: 2005 Jamis Quest, 2003 Giant Iguana Disc

Intro and Fit Question

Hi, I'm new here and just getting into Road Cycling. I've been riding mountain bikes recreationally for about 10 years now, but now I feel a need for speed. This past weekend I test road a Felt F70, but I'm not sure if the fit was right. I'm 6'2" with a 32" inseam and the guys at the lbs said I need a 58cm. I was touching the top tube when standing over it and when on the trainer, I felt like I could barely reach the shifters. Do I just need to get used to the road bike position or is this bike too small for me. I sat on a 52cm Scott Speedster 3 and it felt really comfortable reachwise and I had about 1.5 inches of standover clearance, but the lbs said its too small. Actually, there were 2 guys helping me and one said I should have a 56cm, but he was overruled by their fitting expert. I felt so stretched out on the 58cm that I don't know if I trust the lbs. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
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