Leonard & Peggy Brown wrote:
Before the 90's, large frames were in fashion. It was not uncommon
to
see people on bikes where the saddle was nearly on the toptube. As
a
near 7-footer myself (6'10"), I've ridden several of these old
frames.
The 27"/68cm size that was so common years ago is virtually unknown
in
new frames today.

My flea market $25 special is a 27 inch Puget and it had the
handlebars way
up and the seat was about 8 inches off the post. A truly tall person
rode
this. With the seat sitting on the toptube it is just a little big
for my
6'1" self.

Back in the 70's, my 5'10" friend rode a 27" Peugeot while I rode a 25"
Raleigh. I think it's funny to hear people obsess today over 1 cm
differences in frame size.