juliensorel
Member
Hi All. This is not a what bike should I buy or model recommendation question. I'm considering buying a bike (first one). I don't want to visit tens of stores and try loads of brands/models/etc. Of course when the time comes for the actual purchase, I'll do that. But first, I want to narrow down my choices.
I have slightly short legs and slightly long arms for my height. I'm not flexible. I prefer a rather relaxed and upright position. A road bike my not be the right choice for me, but I want to give it a try. I'm open to fitness bikes and I'd ride women's road bikes as well, provided the frame is not forcefully painted to be cute...
Question is, how do I interpret frame geometry numbers? I'm not asking a full explanation of the parts; I can find that information some other place. What I need to know is, out of this multitude of lengths and angles, which ones are more likely to have an impact on my position. For example, Specialized Secteur is said to be more relaxed than Specialized Allez. How do I see this in frame geometry numbers?
Thanks
I have slightly short legs and slightly long arms for my height. I'm not flexible. I prefer a rather relaxed and upright position. A road bike my not be the right choice for me, but I want to give it a try. I'm open to fitness bikes and I'd ride women's road bikes as well, provided the frame is not forcefully painted to be cute...
Question is, how do I interpret frame geometry numbers? I'm not asking a full explanation of the parts; I can find that information some other place. What I need to know is, out of this multitude of lengths and angles, which ones are more likely to have an impact on my position. For example, Specialized Secteur is said to be more relaxed than Specialized Allez. How do I see this in frame geometry numbers?
Thanks