M or XL frame?
09-17-13 | 05:27 PM
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M or XL frame?
My current bike is a Medium Size frame with a sticker on the frame stating that if your height is between 5'8'' and 6' the bike should fit you. I ride it a lot (55 kms RT daily commute to work) I don't feel that the fit is perfect but it's ok. I've bought a bike for parts and the frame size is XL (58cm) I wonder if it would be a better fit for me. By the way I'm 5'11''.
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09-17-13 | 06:04 PM
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09-17-13 | 07:34 PM
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Type of bike matters. On a straight top tube road bike 58cm would probably pushing the large edge of the sizing envelope for sure. Is it assembled so you can at least ride it?
09-18-13 | 08:11 AM
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09-18-13 | 09:37 AM
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If standover is a concern, you could always bring a pair of wheels, attach them, and stand over the frame when you check it out.
09-23-13 | 10:11 PM
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Not knowing the specific geometry, in general I'd advice that most folks your height would not take a 58cm bike but some absolutely would. Those with shorter legs and a long torso that would prefer to have a more upright position would do well on some 58cm bikes. Going from Med that only maybe seems to be off to an XL is quite a jump. I think it's worth a look, particularly if you have a long torso. If you know you have long legs for your height then I wouldn't bother.
09-24-13 | 07:03 AM
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I was looking at the Allez (great bike, but I got a killer deal on a CAAD10), and I think the 58 has about 1-1.25" more reach to the bars over the 56. I'm 6'1", 175lbs, and fairly normal proportions. I found the 56 Allez to be slightly cramped, and the 58 was a noticeable improvement. I preferred the 58, and found it very comfortable. I'm 2" taller than you, but if you have a long reach and inseam for your height then the 58 may fit be okay. Instinctually I would imagine the 58 might be a little on the large size though. Do you ride with a club, or know anyone with an Allez that you could possibly try out for fit?
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