Bareknuckle Geometry
 

I'm trying to figure out what size Bareknuckle frame to order. I'm 6', with a 32.5'' inseam (measured via the book-in-the-crotch-against-the-wall method). A past thread on this same subject produced these figures on standover height:

54cm - "I have 54 and the standover is 31"ish. ..maybe 31 1/2."

56cm - "i measured mine at 33.5" standover for a 56."

A 2+ inch increase in standover height over a 2cm increase in frame size seems a bit inflated to me. My worry is that a 54 frame will be too cramped, but I (supposedly) can't stand over the 56. If anyone can provide additional measurements, or offer insight into the ideal frame size for my dimensions based on their experience, I'd be very appreciative.

Thanks.

54 vs 56
 

Well, I am just over 5'9" tall and a 54cm fits me perfectly when riding the bike (slight layed back seatpost and 100mm stem). It is true that the standover height is greater than what a normal 54cm road frame would be. When I am standing over the top tube, it's really snug - even taller than my 56cm conversion.

I'm no expert and I don't have a 56 to measure against but I'm guessing a 54 will feel really small to you. Try to find a shop that has one built up so you can check it out in person.

Good luck.

http://www.businesscycles.com/nessuno.htm

standover is the worst way to size a frame. how often when riding do you stand over your perfectly vertical bike frame without shoes on?
54 will be way to small. 56 or 58 would likely fit.

+1 to all that, including the link.
I'm 6'1" and ride a 58cm bareknuckle and its spot on for me. Either 56 or 58 will probably work for you with either a longer or shorter stem. Pay more attention to (effective) top tube length and head tube length and don't worry about a frame's "size" or its standover.

Thanks for the advice.

I ride a 54 comfortably and I'm like 6 foot, maybe a touch over. I find my 54 very comfy, but I'm built a bit weird.