My Local LBS somehow ordered my Fillmore in a 53 instead of 55 which I requested. And the 55's are no longer available. I ride a 55 Lemond as a geared bike and it fits me perfectly. I ordered the Fillmore to fit the same. I know that some folks ride a smaller frame as a fixie and I'm thinking it may work for me. I'm using a straight seatpost and a 100mm 17degree stem on the 55. I think that the setback post would help the toptube length but I'm worried that the shorter headtube will prevent it from working. How does your Fixie sizing compare to your geared bike?

They are giving me a good deal but a good deal isn't if the bike don't fit. I really like the looks & components of the Fillmore at the price they gave me. If it doesn't work I'll be looking into a milwaukee or Mark V when they get back in.

If 2006 55s are out, tell them to try to get a 2005 55.
If that doesn't work, tell them (or their Lemond rep) to call around other Lemond dealers in the area and see if anyone else has a 55 in stock still that can get sent to the shop you ordered from.

I wouldn't begin to talk about fitting the 53 until you've exhausted all other options w/ trying to find the 55.

'07's should also be right around the corner.
get the right size bike

They have done all of the above. I'm leaning towards canning the fillmore and looking elsewhere. They weren't really apologetic and almost indicated that I'd ordered a 53 although I ride a 55. I just had been looking for a SS and after months of saving got the money together and this happens.

"07 Fillmores are JUNK. They have downgraded about every part. Plain Cromoly instead of ocx tubing. No Name brakes & Levers instead of cane creek. Alex wheels etc. And charging the same price. I'll pass on the '07...

I would can it then and find one elsewhere.

I think that's what I'll do. Thanks for the help.

dude...if you get a milwaukee, let us know what you think!

Well no milwaukee for now. The local dealer found a 'demo' bike at the trek factory. He says they gave him a deal and he'll pass it on to me. He'll swap parts from the new 53 if I want. Then we'll wheel & deal on the price. Or I can pass. I figure what do I have to lose? As long as the frame is ok I can use the new stuff if I want. I'm wanting to do a century SS next week so I may be able to do it after all...