2007-07-29 02:59:39 · 6 answers · asked by goldenballs 1 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Huh?
The words to, two, too and the number 2 are not interchangable. The word TODAY is not two words. The words "an" and "and" are not interchangable, and 5.6 feet tall is not the same as 5'6" tall.
Have a little respect for yourself...stop looking dumb.
2007-07-29 04:11:49 · answer #1 · answered by bikeworks 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It's hard to say without seeing him on the bike, but based on the numbers I think it is definitely too big for him. If I were in a shop and a 5'6" rider came in, I would probably start with a small and go from there. I say this because the top tube on the med/large is 57cm in length. That is very long for a rider that is his height. Keep in mind that the Giant is a compact frame design. Even though the seat tube may be 53 cm, it is more like riding a vritual 58. A 58 would never fit a rider that is 5'6". Where did he buy this bike?
2007-07-29 03:14:55 · answer #2 · answered by Jay P 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
That size is too big for him if he had a long torso, the top tube length would be appropriate but the height would be wrong. If his legs are the longer part, his top tube would be too long. Anyway, a 5'6 rider should be on a M- the Giant size chart does show either a M or ML frame size for his height though. He needs to get fitted. While that should've been done before he purchased the bike, he should do it now.
2007-07-29 15:19:26 · answer #3 · answered by Terrence B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be.
It depends on his built.
Is he comfortable with the actual seizing of his bike?
Go to a bike mechanic and let him take a look at him on the bike and see if some adjustments are needed and how much they would cost.
Also you can check this two sits:
http://www.bq.org.au/cycle-info/education/bikesize.shtml
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/frame-sizing.html
2007-07-30 01:10:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a professional fitter. Should cost around 150 us.
Worth the money when you consider the potential injuries.
Length of crank is just one measure.
2007-07-29 08:09:32 · answer #5 · answered by Julio 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be
but it really does depend on his build
my opinion would be he is to large for that frame set
crank arm length isnt a big factor in this though
take him to the local bike shop to see if they could professionally fit him on the bike
its worth the money especially if they really try because it keeps away alot of possible injuries
2007-07-29 09:21:05 · answer #6 · answered by Chris W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋