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08-28-02, 07:25 PM
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Road Bikes
I am 6'5" and 240lbs. I am looking for a road bike. Presently, I'm trying to decide between a Trek 2300 & a Trek 2000. Any thoughts? Also, please feel free to recommend bikes other than Trek that will accommodate my size. Thanks.
08-29-02, 09:02 AM
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Your height isn't the most critical measure when fitting a bike, it's your inseam and your torsoe length.
Your inseam will determine your initial frame size choice, I say initial, because you have to fine tune your sizing.
After a frame size is selected, you can fine tune your length by swapping out different length stems.
For example, I'm 6'0", but I've got short legs.
I chose a LeMond bike because they are built with a longer top tube. My inseam dictated I ride a 53 cm frame but it felt too cramped regardless of stem length. I test rode a 55 and felt more comfortable on it.
I suggest you test ride as many different bikes as possible in different sizes if possible. Definately go with what's more comfortable and not what is "supposed" to fit.
Also, many shops not offer a "Fit-Kit" it's a detailed fitting using various measurements that will dictate what your "optimum" measurements will be. Use this as a quide and then adjust for comfort from there!
For your size, I'd steer away from compact frames like the GIANT.
Other brands to consider:
LeMond (my choice), Jamis, Cannondale,.....etc. There are really too many to list.
Remember, what is perfect for your buddy may be horrible for you!
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Your inseam will determine your initial frame size choice, I say initial, because you have to fine tune your sizing.
After a frame size is selected, you can fine tune your length by swapping out different length stems.
For example, I'm 6'0", but I've got short legs.
I chose a LeMond bike because they are built with a longer top tube. My inseam dictated I ride a 53 cm frame but it felt too cramped regardless of stem length. I test rode a 55 and felt more comfortable on it.
I suggest you test ride as many different bikes as possible in different sizes if possible. Definately go with what's more comfortable and not what is "supposed" to fit.
Also, many shops not offer a "Fit-Kit" it's a detailed fitting using various measurements that will dictate what your "optimum" measurements will be. Use this as a quide and then adjust for comfort from there!
For your size, I'd steer away from compact frames like the GIANT.
Other brands to consider:
LeMond (my choice), Jamis, Cannondale,.....etc. There are really too many to list.
Remember, what is perfect for your buddy may be horrible for you!
L8R
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08-29-02, 09:28 AM
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I know the Giant OCR frames are compact but I believe the TCR has a longer top tube. I ride an OCR but I like the cramped position I am in when riding even over long distances. But if you like Giant then try out the TCR. You may like it you may not so try as many diff bikes as you can.
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Cannondale used to go up to a 63 or so. Not sure if that's still the case. I'd get in touch with your local shop and find someone that's good with bike fit. (Of course, there's a chanse that the LBS and a person that's good with fit are mutually exclusive.) LIke has been posted, it depends on your leg length. Colorado Cyclist has a bike fit guide on their website that's alright. Don't take it for the gospel truth, but it'll help get you started towards the right frame size.
