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25-11.-2004, 12:28 AM
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What size bike
Hey,
Im currently shopping for a new bike. narrowed it down to the giant iguana. The problem is im in between frame sizes. im 5'11" 270pds, should i get a 17" or 19" I will use it for 70% street and 30 % trial. Thanks |
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26-11.-2004, 10:39 AM
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Re: What size bike
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Was that 30% trials or trail? Trials riding requires a very specific type of bike. Why not take both sizes for a ride and see which suits you best, things like leg and torso length means that height alone can't accurately be used to choose a frame size
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10-12.-2004, 01:30 PM
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Re: What size bike
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Yeah take them both for a spin in the parking lot or around the block. That way you know for sure which bike fits you best. |
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11-12.-2004, 03:48 PM
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Re: What size bike
You shouldn't worry too much about height (that is frame stem height). This can be changed by changing your seat height.
A more important factor is the top tube length. Actually the effective top tube length. (The horizontal distance from the seat post to the handle bars). Have a look at the Sheldon Brown website. Alot of imformation, with articles / links by others. May be a bit of information overload, and some artcles are better than others. (Some I disregard altogether) http://www.sheldonbrown.com Specifically http://www.sheldonbrown.com/frames/index.html Oh I nearly forgot, I have to put in a Smilie  . |
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12-12.-2004, 12:45 PM
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Re: What size bike
You can ride a mountain bike on the street but you can't ride a skinny tired street bike in the woods. You might have to get two sets of tires but they will fit the mountain bike easier.
Good Luck |
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