I am looking at a bike that I can get either a 22.5"/57cm or 25"/57cm?? Which one should I get.
2007-05-09 01:56:44 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Cycling
it depends on your inseam and where your knees are when the pedal is at dead bottom. I'm 5'8" w/ 30.5" inseam and i ride a 19.5" when i hit bottom by leg is usually at 65 to 70 bend which is best for riding a long time. I ride 12 miles a day home 2 work & back, and i could ride longer if i wanted to because my hips and knees aren't stressed. hope this helps you out.
2007-05-09 02:16:47 · answer #1 · answered by toolulag 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need to get fitted at a professional calibre shop. Road bike fit is as much an art as it is a science. Not only do you have to worry about height, but length and geometry play as big a role. Check out the fit calculator on competitivecyclist.com, but definitely go to a shop.
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2007-05-09 05:49:06 · answer #2 · answered by Jay P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
road bikes are picky when it comes to sizing, especially in the inseam. im exactly 5' 10.5", and if i could afford a road bike, it would a 56cm.
i used to work at a bike shop so i had lots of time to try out all the bikes.
2007-05-09 04:05:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending on the style and make, 54 to 56 should work
BUT go to your local bike shop and "get fitted" to be absolutely sure
it is worth the extra time and effort for longer safer riding
2007-05-09 04:23:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The frame should be 1-2" below your crotch when straddling the frame.
2007-05-09 02:04:19 · answer #5 · answered by Beatle fanatic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋