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Old 04-25-14 | 09:02 PM
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I've been on a few comfort bikes today, Fuji, Giant, Diamondback and Jamis. All were medium frame size. Now I've found a Trek that has a 20" frame, and don't know if that will be too big? Any suggestions? This is all new to me.
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Old 04-26-14 | 08:54 AM
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size is Typically the seat tube length,, along with the taller seat tube the top tube, reach is a bit longer ..

to properly judge a frameset fit, you need more measurement data.

If there is a sloping top tube the level line as if it were a horizontal tube , which is a virtual top tube.. length,
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Old 04-26-14 | 09:48 AM
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Yo Scolist, I grew up on the Highland side of the river and still have family there. Four years ago I knew nothing about bikes and fit but was lucky enough to go to a reliable bike shop that put me on the right size bike. Not only was the bike sized correctly but the model was versatile enough to outfit for light touring with a rear rack and panniers. I hope you have that kind of bike shop in PK. Google for the local bike club and ask members on their web site - they will know who is reliable.
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Old 04-26-14 | 10:52 AM
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Berner, You are going to have to come back up. The old railroad trestle is now called Walkway Over The Hudson. Bikes are permitted. And it's free!
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