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Hello all,
I sent this question out awhile ago but never received much feedback so I am trying again.

I am trying to get a better feel for what size I need to be looking for in a Lemond, I am 6'3", bike inseam 35", (pants 33").
I am a large biker , 235lbs with long arms and am wondering if I should be a 59cm or 61 cm size, local dealers do not have any larger sized Lemonds.

Anyone out there close to those measurements?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

I think you can go with the 59cm frame.. Of course I think the 60cm would fit too...

But I think it is better to get a slightly smaller frame than a slight larger frame, right?

let's see:

TT 59cm
ST 59cm
head74/seat72

I think it will fit you...

But it would be better if you test ride the bikes first.. Enjoy!

If you don't plan to race, which I assume you don't based on your weight and size, then the Lemond may or may not be the best for you. As you know the Lemond philosophy is a long top tube, reasonably aggressive front end, and slightly relaxed seat tube. Good for younger riders who are flexible and like to stretch out. Going with one of their smaller frames like a 58 or 59cm will put the handlebars much lower than the seat and stretch you out even further especially when you are in the drops. Maybe too much. If you must have a Lemond, I still prefer the larger frames for a large frame individual.

Somewhat opposite to the Lemond way is the "Rivendell" philosophy. Here they want you on the biggest frame for you size (63cm in your case) in order to level out the seat/handlebar line. Then their top tubes are slightly smaller to compensate for the large frame. Seat tube is also a touch relaxed. This puts you in a slightly more upright position which is more comfortable for many riders especially as we get older.

Rivendell make some strong points on their philosophy. But, so does Lemond. So focusing on your riding habits and intentions and, trying them both will likely put you on a bike that you will immensely enjoy.

We cant tell you the right size.YOU have to get on the bike at the bike shop.We can tell you what might be right.Lemond will be a size smaller then most because of the way they measure.My felt is a 59 but a ride a 57 lemond.Why dont you get on lemond website and e-mail them and see what they say.