Old 08-04-13 | 11:09 AM
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RobbieTunes
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You are really tossing out too many variables, all over the map. We can't fit you from your measurements, or decide what frame tubing is the exact match, or what color or whether a 55cm TT is better for you than a 56cm TT. We can't decide if you should get a 1" threaded fork so you can use a quill stem or a carbon fork in 1" with a shim or 1 1/8" without.

1-Find out your size, and that includes BASIC measurements like c-BB to where your pelvic bones contact the saddle, and the reach frm the same pelvic "weld" to the hoods or drops on your particular bar. Then you find frame size(s) that can be fitted within those parameters. Rule out over-large frames with over-short stems, and possibly rule out smaller frames that would require over-long stems or a lot of seatpost, and then you have your frame "range."

2-Within that range of sizes, decided (you decide, not us) what tubing, manufacturer, and geometry you can live with.

3-Choose your budget, and start finding qualified applicants. Sort through them, and you'd be surprised how many there are.

There's been a 56cm F. Moser Leader AX here for a long time, 8-sp DA, that comes and goes from CL. As good a frame as any out there. Just an example of not getting caught up on limiting factors.
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