Jimbles666
Member
Hey folks
I'm doing my research on current year models, with the intention of grabbing an end of season bargain in a few months. I've not got my heart set on a specific brand. I've made a list of those I fancy and it'll be just a case of which looks the best deal. I'm not a great climber and slightly nervy descender but very quick on the flats and rolling hills and ride a sub 5 hour century if there's not too much steep stuff. So looking at more aero bikes to capitalize on my strengths.
Currently ride a 56cm 2014 Cube Agree GTC. Fits good. Thing is, although I'm average height at 5'10'' I'm not averagely proportioned, which makes sizing a bloody nightmare. I have a short 29" inseam and long torso/ arms. Ive been very close to pulling the trigger on a 2017 Ridley Noah with £800 off RRP. Their size chart suggests I would fit either a small or medium based on my height but I'd be right at the top end of small. I feel with short legs this would be the best option but don't want the reach to be too short.
When I did a sizing check for an Oreba Orca I had to increase my inseam by a cm to even get a result and then it said I should get a 49 which is just ridiculous. It just confuses the hell out of me. Any generally advice from more experienced folks would be fully appreciated.
I'm doing my research on current year models, with the intention of grabbing an end of season bargain in a few months. I've not got my heart set on a specific brand. I've made a list of those I fancy and it'll be just a case of which looks the best deal. I'm not a great climber and slightly nervy descender but very quick on the flats and rolling hills and ride a sub 5 hour century if there's not too much steep stuff. So looking at more aero bikes to capitalize on my strengths.
Currently ride a 56cm 2014 Cube Agree GTC. Fits good. Thing is, although I'm average height at 5'10'' I'm not averagely proportioned, which makes sizing a bloody nightmare. I have a short 29" inseam and long torso/ arms. Ive been very close to pulling the trigger on a 2017 Ridley Noah with £800 off RRP. Their size chart suggests I would fit either a small or medium based on my height but I'd be right at the top end of small. I feel with short legs this would be the best option but don't want the reach to be too short.
When I did a sizing check for an Oreba Orca I had to increase my inseam by a cm to even get a result and then it said I should get a 49 which is just ridiculous. It just confuses the hell out of me. Any generally advice from more experienced folks would be fully appreciated.