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Old 04-14-18 | 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by McBTC
The downward-sloping top tubes may not have the look you want but they do have a purpose--e.g.


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That's a bit yeah and no, it depends on the rest of the geometry of the bike. If it has a standard length top tube then you will be out in terms of reach. If its a compact bike like a TCR then you might be good. Quite personally I prefer a lower saddle height to begin with. I'm not a fan of compact geometry. That's why I've ridden bikes like CAADs and my Trek which prior to that I had a CAAD5. I believe in classic geometry. What I mean to say is that aggressive geometry that started out with the TCR doesn't really suit me. I much prefer the classic style of a rider like Marco Pantani. That's what I grew up watching in the 1990s in the grand tours and that's what I believe in. Even Lance rode a 5900 once upon a time also.



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