Originally Posted by
rarebird
and that frame is my size, you are more than 6 inches taller than me. gawdalmighty
lots of kids buy a frame that looks cool to them, svelte means not too big because big is awkward, i'm sure that bike feels fine to you but you wont feel wrong until you've actually ridden some and then its damage done
go ask the road forum, they put in general way more miles on, and have the knowledge passed on from the greatest riders in the world. you really do look like a newb that last picked a bike out in the 4th grade. and it isnt just about looks, you wont feel uncomfortable until it's too late
if you actually ride your bike
You must not know that its pretty common for roadies to size themselves up to 3cm smaller on a bike to get an aggressive fit. There are some mighty big generalizations made in your response, let the guy ask questions, if you can't answer them, shut the **** up. How about that?
Originally Posted by
erpdat
Thanks Jared. I never even thought about adjusting the fork. So you're saying I can get a fork a couple inches taller and be able to lower the seat post a bit? Or how would that benefit me exactly.. I dig what you're saying but am a bit confused as to its benefits.
Also, it was more comfortable when the stem was flipped but also more cramped.
Wasn't sure if I should sacrifice seat to bar drop for reach or not.
I just feel like I look like a giant on this whip. It's real fun to ride. And I DO get sore at times (calves, thighs and back) but that is it.
Mostly, I just don't want to look like a fool.
Moving to Portland soon and I know its the capitol of bike-snobs and just don't feel like getting called out on the daily.
One drawback to a threadless system is you have to dial it in correctly the first time, then that's it. At least a threaded system will allow you to raise and lower the quill indefinitely. I suggested that you buy a new fork, measure and cut it with a few more inches on the steerer, space it and flip the stem, which should give you a more upright position, keeping your back from getting sore. You probably don't need to lower/raise your seat post.
Do yourself a favor and at least fit yourself with a fit calculator, I posted one earlier. That way you will have an idea of where to go, as it gives you important measurements like BB to saddle, saddle to bars, top tube dimensions, etc.