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Old 04-04-19, 07:02 PM
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fuji_owner
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How much top tube slope is too much?

So I've had my custom Seven Axiom SL titanium road bike for a few years now. It's been the best bike I've ridden so far. I've already posted on this forum before about how perfect my Ti bike is.

However, a recurring thought nags me. It's about the aesthetics of the bike. I chose a slightly sloped top tube because I felt the standover height would be too high if the top tube were level. But then I've always felt the slope ended up a little too much on the "ugly" side. The spec sheet says it's estimated to be 5 degrees. Here's a picture.

How much top tube slope do you guys have on your bikes, and what do you think is the acceptable limit beyond which it starts to look uncool?

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