Originally Posted by
Trav1s
The Synapse SE was a one year only model and I regret not purchasing one. Wider tires (700Cx35) and 11/34 cassette along with some other things set it apart from the regular alloy disc 105.
As to size - I’m 5’6” with a 29.5” inseam. I tried a 54 but standover was really uncomfortable and reach was too much. I have it since tried several 51cm Synapses and ended up purchasing a 2016 105 Alloy frame and built it as I wanted. I think a 54 would be too small for you…
I can also speak to the CAADX - it feels much larger than the marked size and I passed on a friend’s CAADX for that reason.
Thanks for the info! I am on the longer side when it comes to arms and legs, so I’m still debating on this 56. I wish I could go and try it out but it’s just not that easy for me at the moment. I really do love this SE model so it makes me want to gamble on it 😂.