Old 09-29-05 | 07:45 PM
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If your inseam is a true 35", meaning bare feet - flat on floor - 10" apart with ruler snug against bone and dead horizontal, then you're probably going to need something in the 60-61 cm range on the ST measurement. I just can't see a 57 fitting you properly. Having said that, either a Bilenky or Beckman would be a very good choice in a touring bike. I especially like the Bilenky. He appears to be a stickler for quality and, he is one of that dying breed who is good with lugs - if you like lugged steel.

My mind is not working too well tonight otherwise I would offer a few other suggestions in a reasonably priced touring bike. In any event, being that there will likely be some disagreement with sizing on this forum, I would recommend getting a competent shop or someone to fit you. Someone who specializes in fitting for touring, not some modern shop with a hip fit machine and racing bikes lining the walls.
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