2006-11-15 23:39:47 · 9 answers · asked by northendnutta 1 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Again, go and try a few out. You do want a certain amount of clearance while standing over the frame, mountain bike more than road bikes, but it's the saddle to handlebar size you want to be right for the correct reach as that is only adjustable by a tiny amount where as you can lift the saddle up and down by miles to get the right height.
2006-11-16 09:35:15 · answer #1 · answered by Hustler 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This will depend upon the manufacturer. I ride a 19", which is a Medium for Giant, whereas my wife rides an 18" which is a large for Scott.
Forget the saddle for the moment. Stand up, with the bar running through your legs and your feet, about where you would peddle, on the floor. You should have about 2" - 3" of clearance between your undies and the bar. Any less and it could be difficult if you fell off, any more and you might have to extend your saddle too much, so that the post is not that secure.
Park bike next to wall. Climb on bike, next to wall and use wall to ballance as you lift your feet onto peddles. Your saddle height should be adjusted so that you can nearly lock your leg, with the peddle at the bottom of the down stroke.
If, having done this, you find that you only have about 2 inches of seat post left, get a larger frame. If not, then you are about right.
To re-cap - Check clearance of jewels from cross bar.
Make sure that you have enough saddle post to sit
comfortably on bike.
After this, is this a comfortable riding position? If not, try another manufacturer.
2006-11-15 23:55:52 · answer #2 · answered by Alice S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with RIC.
If you are looking for a road bike; go to a bike shop and get fitted. There are a lot of factors that come inot play. How tall, how long are your legs, how long is your torso etc...
If you are looking for a montain bike; still go to a bike shop and ask the experts, but getting fitted for this type of bike is less crucial.
I am 6'1.5" my road bike, Cannondale: 58 cm. moutain, Giant 19"
It all depends on what you are comfortable with. You have to be in the saddle.
2006-11-16 01:15:24 · answer #3 · answered by airgod7 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, go to a bike shop and be fitted. Don't listen to these rules of thumb, that's a load of crap. Right off hand I'd guess and it's only a guess I'd say 56cm if your looking at a road bike. I'm 5'11 and that is my fitted size but everyone is different so go to a Bike Shop and do it correctly. ( you'll be glad you did )
2006-11-15 23:58:28 · answer #4 · answered by Ric 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
for reference, you should be looking at bikes that range in sizes from 54-56cm, depending on frame geometry and manufacturers.
Test ride as many bikes as you can. The best fitting bike will make the sport much more enjoyable.
2006-11-16 07:04:34 · answer #5 · answered by ace 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look here on bike fit guidance.
http://www.coloradocyclist.com/bikefit/
2006-11-16 10:49:55 · answer #6 · answered by Ben P 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Road... 56
Mtn... 17 or 18
2006-11-16 13:43:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
look at the back of an argos book or other home shopping catalogue, it tells u how to work it out, its all to do with your inside leg measurement
or try here
http://www.bicyclenet.co.uk/how_to_determine_your_bike_size.htm
2006-11-15 23:47:57 · answer #8 · answered by arnold j rimmer 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO TOUCH THE GROUND WITH THE TOES OF BOTH FEET WHEN SITTING ON THE SADDLE IN ORDER TO KEEP UPRIGHT WHEN STATIONARY
2006-11-15 23:43:56 · answer #9 · answered by Goggie 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋