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From: Take a deep breath, and ask--What would Sheldon do?
Bikes: Nishiki Nut! International, Pro, Olympic 12, Sport mixte, and others too numerous to mention.
I am 5' tall. I have a 44cm Specialized Dolce Elite WSD. I have short legs. I can't touch both my feet on the ground when I come to a stop if I try to stay in the saddle. I can, however, do a proper stand-over on my bicycle. It has 700 x 23 wheels, and no, I have never, in the year I've had my DE, had any problems getting my toes caught in the front wheel whilst taking a turn.
Now, this is in the Classic & Vintage Forum. My DE is not (yet) a classic or vintage bicycle, nor do I think it comes under the heading of 'cheap', but this is just to reiterate what others have posted--it's necessary to get used to it, and it's like learning to use clipless pedals--take it slow and easy.
East Hill
Last edited by East Hill; 07-06-06 at 01:35 PM.