I'm looking to buy a hybrid bike, but I'm a very short woman , I am 5 feet tall and want to know what would be the best option for me. Should I shop around until one "fits" or are their special bikes for short people?
2007-05-08 16:54:47 · 2 answers · asked by issella777 1 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Yes, you will need to go to a bike shop and discuss fit with a professional. I suspect that you will take a frame size somewhere in the 14" to 15" range. Look for the relatively new sector of "fitness" bikes. They are like traditional hybrids but have skinnier tires and a little more aggressive position. I mention these, because it is likely going to be easier to fit on one of these bikes whereas a traditional hybrid may have your hands in an artificially high position.
The Trek ZX series of bikes are just great. Specialized has a comparable line as well. I'm partial to the Trek because they have sizes that are designed specifically for women in smaller sizes.
2007-05-09 01:43:55 · answer #1 · answered by Jay P 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi. Trek makes a women's special design hybrid bike that is really awsome. You should research the 7.3, 7.4 and 7.5 FX line. The top tube is sloped as to accomodate smaller people. And these bikes really keep up - mid/skinny tires, solid components, good on hills. Overall a great line of bikes. I have one as does my wife.
Good luck.
2007-05-08 19:28:09 · answer #2 · answered by Ronnie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most good manufacturers make a bike small enough for you, go to a good shop and they'll size you, you'd be in the 14 to 15" frame. Get them to set something up for you and test ride it to make sure you're comfortable, the length has to feel good too.
2007-05-09 01:12:57 · answer #3 · answered by wheeler 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm five ft tall also. my bike is a 15 inch frame,
and you will be able to adjust the saddle, handlebars etc. on a good bike.
2007-05-08 16:59:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋