Originally Posted by
dtipton
Has the idea of "proper size/fit" evolved over the years to put people on smaller bikes? I'm rather short at 5'5" and can ride a 21 inch frame although it does have me a bit stretched out. I'd love to have an older Paramount (lugs are sexy) but hardly ever see anything smaller than a 23 inch. Did short people just not ride bicycles in the 70's?
Thanks
As always,
the one and only Sheldon had the answer.
I'm not familiar with Paramounts, but '70s bikes in the 21" to 23" range should be plentiful. However, because they are popular sizes, they may be difficult to find in a particularly desireable bike.