Sizing Question...
04-18-11, 10:13 AM
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Sizing Question...
I'm 5'10 and my inseam(measured against a wall with a tape measure) is a bit north of 29''.
What size frame would be appropriate for me on an entry level SS/fixie road bike?(Kilo, Moto Track, windsor Hour, etc)
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What size frame would be appropriate for me on an entry level SS/fixie road bike?(Kilo, Moto Track, windsor Hour, etc)
Thanks.
04-18-11, 10:20 AM
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Why not try contacting Bikes direct and asking them? We are not their customer service dept.
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Are you sure that is your inseam (crotch to floor in bare feet)? It seems very small for your height. I'm only 5'3" and my inseam is 28".
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Yep, that's a long torso, alright. Start shopping for 150mm stems unless you wanna sit up while riding.
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I must be all torso, maybe thats why I suck at distance running
.Size suggestions?
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What you want is a frame that has a long top tube relative to the seat tube length. The Kilo TT is just the opposite with a very short top tube for any given seat tube length, so it's probably not a good choice for someone like you. For example, a Windsor Clockwork has a longer top tube and will better fit someone like you.
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What you want is a frame that has a long top tube relative to the seat tube length. The Kilo TT is just the opposite with a very short top tube for any given seat tube length, so it's probably not a good choice for someone like you. For example, a Windsor Clockwork has a longer top tube and will better fit someone like you.
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