Thread: First Hybrid bike purchase in a long time - question on proper fit concerns
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Old 06-15-15 | 01:22 PM
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From: Mission Viejo

Bikes: 1986 Cannondale SR400 (Flat bar commuter), 1988 Cannondale Criterium XTR, 1992 Serotta T-Max, 1995 Trek 970

The problem is that you are 5'8" and have an inseam of 26". I am 5'9" and have an inseam of 29". Standing over bike isn't the only criteria. That said if you are in between a small and medium it is probably easier to fit the small to you, longer stem/more seat setback. Also, as Tusky mentioned, the small will have shorter crank arms that may help the fit with shorter legs.

John
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