Katuzo wrote:
I dont like Giant because they were among the first who used the
crappy compact road geometry. So it's personal.

Compact geometry (CG) is ugly (or hideous in the extreme cases) compared
to having a horizontal top tube, but what else is inherently wrong with CG?

So your main objection to the Giant is the way the frame looks? Did I
get that right? Or does the geometry affect it's handling and
performance capability?

Compact geometry really has very little effect on either (and any weight
savings in the frame are eliminated by the need for a longer and
stronger saddle post). If the look does not offend you, compact geometry
is not really a demerit.

...
I did tried out a nice Cypress at my LBS yesterday. I do have a
question however, I know the balls of your feet are suppose to touch
while sitting on the bike, however, at this point how high should your
heels be?

I suggest reading this article on bicycle fit:
http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/fitting.htm.

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