So I bought a 2013 59cm bianchi super pista a couple months ago and finally have it put together besides the fork and drop bars. I've realized 59cm is probably a tad too big but I've decided to deal with it for now at least.

My question is when I go to get my fork cut, what should I aiming for in terms of fit? My seatpost is aero carbon and cannot be adjusted unless I switch it out (which I prefer not too).

I've never rode on drop bars so I just need to know how it should feel, or how I should be positioned so I can give the mechanic an accurate assessment of what height the fork should be cut at. (Stem-thomson x-2 90mm if that helps)

Hopefully this makes sense...

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My bike doesn't fit.
I don't want to be able to adjust my saddle because I have a really cool seatpost.
I have not built my bike up with spacers like very site in the world suggests.

You should maybe get a bike fit to figure out where to cut your fork.

Aren't you supposed to cut the steerer first?

Probably don't have to, a shop can do a basic fit and figure out where to put it and then cut it.

First a 650c front wheel with tight clearance.

The $200 to fit at my shop turned me off to this idea

Don't need a pro fit, I'm sure there's a basic fit.

Without you here on the bike to show us, we can't help you make the decision. I suggest to put a ton of spacers if you have them so you adjust it as you go.

Serious, a three-point fit usually runs like $25.

Leave yourself like 30mm of spacers. That'll keep you out of trouble.

It doesnt sound like you have been riding for very long. Start with the bar level with the saddle and resist the urge to look all pro. Comfort on a low bar comes with good fit, core strength, and power output.


I'm over pretending to be "fast" and put a big 'ol positive rise stem on my road bike. Still just as fast.

Stand over height is fine, as well as seat height. I guess I just wanted to know what is comfortable, or what constitutes the right fit, on a track frame with drops.

Using spacers seems to be the consensus which I planned on using. I will look into a cheaper fitting option.

Say I keep the fork longer to start out, is it normal to bring back to the lbs to cut shorter say after I've ridden it for a while?

Absolutely. Don't rush it either.

I cut my steer tube three times and it was still to short, so I gave up.

pictures might help...

I've had my fork for about 2 months commuting and i've just swapped spacers around, to try and find what I like. Not planning on getting it cut for another 2 or 3 months until I know it's perfect for me! Cutting it doesn't take long when you decide to do it and assuming your LBS isn't filled with w****** they won't have any problems letting you work out the right fit for you.

This has helped. Thanks again for your responses. I would take a picture but I don't have headset installed, and still waiting on bars to arrive.

real talk.

I flipped my stem when I had drops on it and it was so much more comfortable. Haters gonna hate.gif

I got a pro fit, and they flipped my stem up.... On both of my bikes.

I had a pro fit Friday and the lady wanted me to have the bar just about level with the saddle, but only because I said I am no longer interested in fast roadie rides. The bar was too damn high.