2006-06-12 12:27:49 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Cycling
1)frame size: 1 to 2 inches stand over height, not including frames with sloped top tube (compact geometry)
2)saddle height: put pedal @ 6 o'clock and 12 o'clock; on the one that is @ 6'oclock put your heel on the pedal and adjust the seat height so there is a slight bend in the knee
3)seat fore/aft position: when the pedals are @ 3 and 9 o'clock, use the pedal at 9 or the one closest to front of bike, run a plumb line from an inch below the kneecap to the ground, the line should pass through the pedal spindle for a neutral set
4) reach or stem length: traditional frame= put hands in curved part of h-bars & look at where the h-bars go thru the stem, the front hub should line up with the h-bars. for compact geometry put you hands on the brake hoods and the h-bar should line up eith the front hub. The link is a rough idea of how to fit a road bike that has a straight top tube. You'll need to fine tune things so it is comfortable for you. If you can't read it, e-mail me & I'll send ya the pic (photobucket shrinks things). icrashalot@yahoo.com
2006-06-12 16:55:36 · answer #1 · answered by icrashalot 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
best rule of thumb is that your legs (once sitting on the seat) should not be more than 10 degrees bent. I'm 6'3" and have a 56cm bike. hope that helps
2006-06-13 08:09:21 · answer #2 · answered by dewiedbw 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get thee to your local bike shop. Get fitted. It is worth every penny and time spent. Your back, shoulders, knees, and neck will appreciate it!
2006-06-13 02:12:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Doggy.
2006-06-12 12:30:20 · answer #4 · answered by yogabbagabba 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
on the road?? i'm just guessing here
2006-06-12 12:30:12 · answer #5 · answered by Joe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋