Bike size discussion.

[Milzy]

I like compact frames but decided to go up from my normal 52 size to a medium normal frame. The only reason was because it was such a good deal. The ride is very comfortable and I'm not cramped up or over stretched. A taller guy came up and said I've inspected your bikes geometry and it's meant more for my size. I thought what a knobber, it's fine for me.

Although some ppl get a bike fit I'd bet there's pro riders who prefer their frames on the extremities of the smaller end or the larger side. If one is comfortable after setting the stem and seat up then why should it matter that all your steeds are not all the exact same frame size?

 

[Dirtyhanz]

If it's works for you then works your the one riding it that's all that matters enjoy the ride

 

[steve50]

Both my bikes are what I would consider to be at my limit, I can stand over the crossbars but there is very little clearance between me and the metal work. I find the bikes fit me well and are very comfortable to ride.

 

[raleighnut]

I don't get the fashion for 'titchy' frames with a foot of seatpost out, it supposedly contributes to 'stiffness' (not sure where though)

 

[screenman]

I don't get the fashion for 'titchy' frames with a foot of seatpost out, it supposedly contributes to 'stiffness' (not sure where though)

Where it counts as a guess.

 

[screenman]

I am a 52 in old style and either small or extra small on a compact, feels great to me and that is what is important.

 

[Pale Rider]

I read somewhere a lot of pros ride a frame which would generally be seen as too small for their height.

Can't recall why, but it's yet another example of what the pros do being irrelevant to what suits a recreational rider.

 

[Venod]

A taller guy came up and said I've inspected your bikes geometry and it's meant more for my size. I thought what a knobber, it's fine for me.

Maybe it was a chat up line or a compliment that he liked your bike.

 

[screenman]

I read somewhere a lot of pros ride a frame which would generally be seen as too small for their height.

Can't recall why, but it's yet another example of what the pros do being irrelevant to what suits a recreational rider.

Seen as to small by whom? People who do not like changes maybe.

 

[greekonabike]

I think I'd be more concerned about what works for you. If I felt more comfortable on a frame designed for someone of a different size then I'd ride that rather than one I didn't feel comfortable on.

I find it interesting. I doubt anyone would go up to someone in a car and say it's too big/small for them. He was probably just trying to be helpful though.

GOAB

 

[MichaelW2]

If the points of contact fit you and the bike behaves itself well,it is right. Small frames permit a lower bar position.
Very small and large riders have to make do with poorly sized frames.

 

[Milzy]

Maybe it was a chat up line or a compliment that he liked your bike.

More like try and get me to sell it.

 

[Lozz360]

I read somewhere a lot of pros ride a frame which would generally be seen as too small for their height.

Can't recall why, but it's yet another example of what the pros do being irrelevant to what suits a recreational rider.

I think it's so they have more scope to set the bike up very racy.

 

[vickster]

More like try and get me to sell it.

Sell for a profit then and get one that is the right size

 

[cyberknight]

Pros tend to go for small framers i think for a more head down ass up "aero" fit , is it Ryder Hesedayl ( ? spelling police ) has a 13 cm saddle to bar drop .