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Old 04-22-09 | 01:18 AM
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Tall Guy Size Question

Since I'm considering getting a fixed gear...I have a question about frame size. And I don't know much at all about road bikes. I've always been more into mountain bikes and cruisers...

I've sat on a few bikes but I'm not sure what my ideal size would be.

My inseam is about 34" and I'm just under 6'4". I don't have super long legs for my height.

Any other guys in this size range want to share what size they ride and are comfortable with? I don't think I need a super huge frame but I know I need a large one. I'm thinking a 62cm is about right, but I'm not really sure.

Sitting on a bike or taking a quick demo spin is one thing...but I would love to hear some feedback from anyone else around this height. THANKS.
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Old 04-22-09 | 05:08 AM
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I'm 6'5" wtih a 36" inseam. I ride a 62cm c-c.
My guess would be you ride a 60-62 cm.
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Old 04-22-09 | 07:00 AM
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I'm a little over 6"4'. I'm currently riding a 25 1/2 inch Raleigh Super Course. I'm always on the lookout for a slightly larger bike.

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Old 04-22-09 | 07:38 AM
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I'm 6' 3" with a 34 inseam and ride a 60cm Mercier Kilo tt. It fits me great, i do have long legs though
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Old 04-22-09 | 09:15 AM
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I'm 6'4" and I ride a 62cm IRO Angus. It fits me really well, I also have a 34" inseam
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Old 04-22-09 | 09:39 AM
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Similar size & I ride XL (62) Steamroller.
Feels good.
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Old 04-22-09 | 10:13 AM
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I'm 6'4 and ride an advertised 60cm road bike and 61cm fixed gear, but they are both C-C 58cm. The top tube is longer on the road bike, and is more comfy. I would look more at TT size than seat tube size.
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Old 04-22-09 | 11:24 AM
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Similar size and I ride a 62cm Sanchez.
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Old 04-22-09 | 12:21 PM
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WOW, thanks everyone for the replies! This helps a lot. I'm going to try and fit myself within the next few days. When I buy a bike I'll try to remember this thread and post back what I decided to go with...Sounds like I'm somewhere within 60-62cm
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Old 04-22-09 | 02:21 PM
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WOW, thanks everyone for the replies! This helps a lot. I'm going to try and fit myself within the next few days.
Don't.
You should get fit by someone at a shop if you want your bike to fit. You can't buy a bike based only on your inseam, and seat tube length. At least go to https://www.competitivecyclist.com/za...LCULATOR_INTRO and figure out what general sizes you need.

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Old 04-22-09 | 02:31 PM
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Don't.
You should get fit by someone at a shop if you want your bike to fit. You can't buy a bike based only on your inseam, and seat tube length. At least go to performancebike.com and figure out the rough bike size you need.
a guy at a local bike shop has been helping me out actually...i agree with you. i would not buy a bike without getting fitted properly.
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i'm 6'5 with a 35 in inseam. i ride a 62 cm and think it's great.
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