Originally Posted by
dynawolf
Remaining concern: I am 80% sure this is the correct size. My pant inseam is 34 and measures 35-1/4 inch, but I have a weak lower back from a bike crash. The fitter has pushed my seat all the way forward and swapped in a short stem. Should I be on a bike with a shorter top tube? Should I have purchased a 56? Obviously the LBS wants this one to work since the bike is now "used". My fitter has a very good reputation in the area and I am a challenge.
So, now I am working to loose some weight. If I meet my goal I will swap out the house brand crank set for an Ultegra 6800...just because.
THANKS to all who wrote on this post previously and the Spec rep who let me have a test bike for an evening.
I'm your height and inseam and ride a 56 with a 100mm stem. Seat is about middle to a little aft. I am happy with the fit. But, this is my first road bike and I am coming from a hybrid and I have only been riding for a year so I am no expert.