What size frame and tires?
2007-02-01 09:48:13 · 8 answers · asked by HomeSweetSiliconValley 4 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Due to manufacturers diffences - ALL brands of road bikes should be Professionally Fit, and should be included with your bike purchase.
I might have a 33inch inseam, but my torso is 56cm... I simply can't reach a 60cm, that I can surely stand over.
The "1 inch" rule is old school and HIGHLY inaccurate when dealing with a product that can run into the MULTIPLE THOUSANDS!
Go get fit, or Pay for a fit - RARELY, and I mean RARELY, does a bike fit you perfectly out of the box.
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2007-02-01 11:27:35 · answer #1 · answered by bigringtravis 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
its easiest if you can test ride the bikes. if you go to a bike shop, you can easily determine your proper frame size by standing over the bike. with the bike between your legs, your crotch should be just about 1 inch higher than the top tube.
regarding tire size, almost all road bikes come in 26" or 700c. i recommend getting a 26". replacement parts (tubes, tires, etc..) are much easier to come by, and usually cheaper too.
2007-02-02 03:18:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The only way to truly tell is to be sized by a professional. Different bike manufactors measure their bikes differently. Example: Colnago (which I ride) measures from bottom bracket to top of sear tube. Most measure from BB to Top Tube.
It also can vary depending on your body proportions. I'm 6'2", but ride the same size frame as a buddy of mine who is 5'10" because he has longer legs than I do, but I have a longer stem to accomodate my longer torso.
Go to your local bike shop and have them help you.
2007-02-01 12:02:56 · answer #3 · answered by jonnyexcel 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
For frame size, when you stand over the crossbar, there should be about an inch of clearance. For seat height, when your pedal is at the bottom of the stroke, your knee should be slightly bent. Go to your local bike shop and they can fix you up.
2007-02-01 10:42:20 · answer #4 · answered by crazydave 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Road bike wheels/tires are all 700c (with a few 650c exceptions).
To find your frame size, use the "Fit System" applet here:
http://www.wrenchscience.com/Store.aspx?stylecode=R
Get someone to help you.
2007-02-02 02:10:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
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2016-11-23 21:24:37 · answer #6 · answered by sposato 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
best way to find out: get thee to you local bike shop and get fitted. a professional will size you and make sure that the bike you pick out will be adjusted to your body. worth the extra effort and time.
2007-02-02 04:23:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
measure your inseam in cm then multiply it by .66 - that's the size
2007-02-01 10:39:17 · answer #8 · answered by (_)iiiiD 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋