Windsor Oxford stand-over height?
 

I'm looking at buying a new commuter bike.

Does anyone know the stand-over height for the Windsor Oxford 51cm and 56cm? The bike is sold at Bikes Direct. I'm trying to figure out which size to order. I'm 5'10", so I assume the 56. But i read they run "big" and have a high stand-over height.

Also the tire size is 700x32C. But can you put a smaller tire, like a 700x28? Just curious.

Standover isn't the best way to fit a bike. You're taller than me, so the 51 would probably be way too small.

Yes on the tire, too.

Ditto.
51cm is too small for your height.

56cm is a good starting point.

BD has a sizing chart. Look into that.

Yes, you should be able to put smaller tires on it.

OK, thanks for the replies. I realize stand-over isn't the only thing to consider, I was just a little bit spooked by some reviews of the 51 where they said the stand-over height was very high.

People are weenies these days.