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Old 05-04-20, 03:40 PM
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Ruffles92
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58cm or 60cm for a 6'3 guy? (CAAD13)

I've been looking to get into road cycling, and I'm in a bit of a dilemma. Originally I was looking at the Synapse 58cm, thinking the 61cm would be too large. I'm 6'3, 35'' inseam but my wingspan is 6'2 or a hair over. I've now been looking at the CAAD13 since my LBS has a 58cm and a 60cm in stock. I know the Synapse is more of a relaxed bike compared to the CAAD13, I'm just not sure by how much. I'm pretty new to all of this but I've been trying to understand the geometry measurements and learning how frame size affects whether you get a more relaxed/aggressive position. I see a lot of people recommend sizing down but I'd rather not be too bunched up, I just want to make sure if I get the 60 I won't be super stretched out. Unfortunately due to covid I can't get a proper fitting done, so any help is appreciated!
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