Originally Posted by
bradtx
I still feel the 54 cm frame is better, non binding advice.
+1
5'10" men don't ride size 49 frames unless the design/geometry is quite unusual or the frame uniquely sized
Look at it this way, the 49 size is the smallest offered with 4 larger frames sizes available, do you feel the bike is only intended for those individuals 5'10" and taller, would be strange wouldn't it?