Originally Posted by
jrickards
Not just that, although that is an important consideration, larger bikes have a longer top tube forcing you into a longer, possibly uncomfortable, reach.
I think what @
WestPablo was getting at was to sit on some bikes at your LBS to see what size you need to be looking at.
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WestPablo was 100% correct on that one. I went to a couple bike shops today and while it varied from brand to brand, I was typically right at a 14"-15" frame. I could fit a 16" too sometimes but it was a stretch... literally. Moral of this story is I can't rely solely on frame size as an indicator. Oh dear, test riding is in my future... what a terrible predicament...
Still trawling Craigslist looking for something doable. A vintage Schwinn Collegiate popped up tonight, and I could go look at it tomorrow if y'all reckon it might be a good idea. What do you think? Here it is:
Schwinn Collegiate Small Bike
There's also a Trek Navigator 2.0 I've been looking at, though right now it's out of my price range and I also think it's priced too high. Thoughts? Should I try to wear this person down, and if so, to about how much?
TREK 26"
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Best,
Ash