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05-15-15, 11:01 AM
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funny.. roughly my dimensions. I would think a 54 or 56 would fit, which likely makes that a 58 or 60?
Should be able to look at Vintage Cannondale - Information and Catalogs for Cannondales and find rough geometry chart to confirm.
Should be able to look at Vintage Cannondale - Information and Catalogs for Cannondales and find rough geometry chart to confirm.
Do you wear 28" or 30" jeans/slacks? Typically your 'cycling' inseam is a bit longer if properly measured. Most of my pants are 30" but my standover and cycling inseam is more like 31-31.5". Either way, it seems like the sloping top tube design of most modern bikes will work well for you.
Wow! That's a nice-looking bike!
You're going to have some trouble there; your proportions are definitely outside of the norm. You're going to need a smallish bike to accommodate your standover-height (probably a 52 or 53cm) with a long stem, to accommodate your long torso. Are your arms long? You're best bet is to try out some options before buying anything. This is one case where I would recommend going to a bike shop which has a competent fitter (Doesn't have to be a fancy expensive fitter) and pay him set you up properly on some bikes that you can test-ride, and see what works for you. (Don't just a stationary fitting on a trainer or stand- make sure they actually let you test ride the fit they suggest, so you can see if it actually works)- Then you will know what to look for when shopping for a bike. Bikes with unusually long top tubes will be your friend- Maybe someone on here can recommend some?
You're going to have some trouble there; your proportions are definitely outside of the norm. You're going to need a smallish bike to accommodate your standover-height (probably a 52 or 53cm) with a long stem, to accommodate your long torso. Are your arms long? You're best bet is to try out some options before buying anything. This is one case where I would recommend going to a bike shop which has a competent fitter (Doesn't have to be a fancy expensive fitter) and pay him set you up properly on some bikes that you can test-ride, and see what works for you. (Don't just a stationary fitting on a trainer or stand- make sure they actually let you test ride the fit they suggest, so you can see if it actually works)- Then you will know what to look for when shopping for a bike. Bikes with unusually long top tubes will be your friend- Maybe someone on here can recommend some?
My arms are not that long, my span is probably a few inches shorter than my height.
He said he's a 'superclyde', so aero position probably isn't the most important thing in the world. I see your point though. It would wise to make sure the headtube isn't too long (like Roubaix or older Synapse) - as getting low enough hands could be a problem.
The older LeMonds aren't sloped as much. I don't know if newer ones retain the relatively longer top tube.
The older LeMonds aren't sloped as much. I don't know if newer ones retain the relatively longer top tube.
I do fear that with too small of a frame, I will feel too confined when going to the drops. Is that a valid concern?
05-15-15, 11:04 AM
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05-15-15, 11:09 AM
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Sure, why not. My proportions/fit aren't all that different. I buy 30" pants, but I stand just over 5'11". My cycling inseam/standover is a bit more (31"+). You are welcome to spin around the block on my 56cm Synapse or CAAD10. I'm pretty sure the Synapse would accommodate your inseam. I have a 90mm Cannondale stem that might help you (for a little while) on the Saeco. And if you find a frame, I can help with some of the move over. Also, I have an r700 compact crankset (170mm) to sell that would go great with that 7800 group (just as an option) if the cranks aren't quite right.
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05-15-15, 11:16 AM
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Not with the right stem.
Sure, why not. My proportions/fit aren't all that different. I buy 30" pants, but I stand just over 5'11". My cycling inseam/standover is a bit more (31"+). You are welcome to spin around the block on my 56cm Synapse or CAAD10. I have a 90mm Cannondale stem that might help you (for a little while). And if you find a frame, I can help with some of the move over. Also, I have an r700 compact crankset (170mm) to sell that would go great with that 7800 group (just as an option).
Sure, why not. My proportions/fit aren't all that different. I buy 30" pants, but I stand just over 5'11". My cycling inseam/standover is a bit more (31"+). You are welcome to spin around the block on my 56cm Synapse or CAAD10. I have a 90mm Cannondale stem that might help you (for a little while). And if you find a frame, I can help with some of the move over. Also, I have an r700 compact crankset (170mm) to sell that would go great with that 7800 group (just as an option).
Pretty much what I found. Same general dimensions as you guys... running a 56cm CAAD10. the 58 was too big, and a 54 too small.
though I've got an overly large wingspan (1.07 Ape index), so I run a relatively longer stem at 120mm.
05-15-15, 11:22 AM
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Not with the right stem.
Sure, why not. My proportions/fit aren't all that different. I buy 30" pants, but I stand just over 5'11". My cycling inseam/standover is a bit more (31"+). You are welcome to spin around the block on my 56cm Synapse or CAAD10. I'm pretty sure the Synapse would accommodate your inseam. I have a 90mm Cannondale stem that might help you (for a little while) on the Saeco. And if you find a frame, I can help with some of the move over. Also, I have an r700 compact crankset (170mm) to sell that would go great with that 7800 group (just as an option) if the cranks aren't quite right.
Sure, why not. My proportions/fit aren't all that different. I buy 30" pants, but I stand just over 5'11". My cycling inseam/standover is a bit more (31"+). You are welcome to spin around the block on my 56cm Synapse or CAAD10. I'm pretty sure the Synapse would accommodate your inseam. I have a 90mm Cannondale stem that might help you (for a little while) on the Saeco. And if you find a frame, I can help with some of the move over. Also, I have an r700 compact crankset (170mm) to sell that would go great with that 7800 group (just as an option) if the cranks aren't quite right.
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My arm length is on the opposite side of the bell curve. I'm running shorter stems; 90 on the CAAD and 100 on the Synapse (which has a shorter reach - even with the 'same' ETT). Standover clearance on the CAAD10 isn't much, but works okay.
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05-15-15, 11:39 AM
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OP, flip it over or lay it on it's side and look under the BB. My 2005 CAAD7 has the size there. Worth looking. You need to know what size bike it is. If you go to sell or trade that could be a big selling point for you.
05-15-15, 12:10 PM
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I think this bike knows I want to get rid of it!! I just replaced the chain, because when under load, it feels like it is skipping teeth, I don't think it is, just feels like it, maybe. The chain was old anyways so I figured Id see if that was the problem.
So, put the chain on, went out on my street where we have a slight incline, stood out of the saddle and got on it. one pass, still did it. so I figured I would change gear and try it in a different gear. stood up got going, did make any weird noises or skip feeling. Then boom, chain snapped. down I went.
So, it was a sram chain, do you have to use the "power link" thing it gives you. I just made it the right size and put the pin back in.
So, put the chain on, went out on my street where we have a slight incline, stood out of the saddle and got on it. one pass, still did it. so I figured I would change gear and try it in a different gear. stood up got going, did make any weird noises or skip feeling. Then boom, chain snapped. down I went.
So, it was a sram chain, do you have to use the "power link" thing it gives you. I just made it the right size and put the pin back in.
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Reattach using the link. If the chain is really old, the cassette might need to be changed as well. Or the derailleur's barrel adjuster needs a turn or so.
Also - I replied to your PM. Happy to help if I can.
Also - I replied to your PM. Happy to help if I can.
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05-15-15, 12:30 PM
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One other thing, make sure you have the right chain. A 10 or 11 speed chain is narrower than a 9 speed chain and may not work properly.
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I at least did that right, Its a ten speed, and I did purchase a ten speed chain.
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Here's a similar 54cm on ebay. Maybe your friend wouldn't even notice 
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05-15-15, 06:09 PM
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Nice. I couldn't seem to find much on CL. The bike is mine, so he wouldn't mind. As long as I'm using it.
Found this on eBay. Thought it might be a little bit of an upgrade.
https://m.ebay.com/itm/111661511800?nav=SEARCH
Found this on eBay. Thought it might be a little bit of an upgrade.
https://m.ebay.com/itm/111661511800?nav=SEARCH
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