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Bike size help

Old 05-15-13, 01:54 PM
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Bike size help

I'm 5'10. Would a size 54 fixed gear frame fit me? How tall are you and what are your size preferences? Different sizes for different kinds of riding?
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Old 05-15-13, 02:16 PM
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Use this. Make sure you do it right. Have a friend help you.
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/za...LCULATOR_INTRO
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What a strange concept. I don't think we've ever discussed this type of stuff before!
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What a strange concept. I don't think we've ever discussed this type of stuff before!
Hahaha, yeah I guess I should have just searched it up first.
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Old 05-15-13, 02:37 PM
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From the sticky index:

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