What Size Bike should i get? [please help]
08-01-14, 06:42 PM
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What Size Bike should i get? [please help]
hello, i am currently looking on purchasing my first fixed gear bike. i am 5'6, 200 pounds. the current bike that i am looking at only comes in a 49cm/53cm/57cm. which one should i choose?
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This will be useful reading: The Colorado Cyclist :: Bicycle Parts and Accessories
What make / model of bike?
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I'd do the bike inseam measurement then multiply by 0.67 for an estimate of your desired seat tube length, then choose the bike that is that size or less.
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