Originally Posted by
greenbubba
I'm 6'-2" with a 34" inseam and riding a borrowed 57 cm steel frame. Friends telling me to look for a 58-60 cm bike and that a 63 cm is "too big". I've watched the videos on knee to pedal with cranks at horizontal, etc. Following those rules I've found a 63 cm that fits. I'm wondering why is a bike "too big" if it fits according to this common method?
My suggestion is you get some fit advice from an experienced person before deciding. The video's on knee to pedal helps with establishing a saddle position but not much more. As others already said, it's doubtful that bike in your pic is a 63. 63s are big and usually fit people much taller and longer inseams than you. All this doesn't mean you are right or wrong, but it's worth getting some good advice before buying.
Also check out some of the online calculators. Competitive Cyclist has a good one that allows for three different fitting styles.