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To tall to ride Specialized??
i'm confused on the sizes that specialized bikes will accommodate. i'm
6'6" and currently ride a trek that's 25" and it's time for an upgrade. Is XL the biggest Specialzed goes and also i'm wondering if that will fit me properly. one last thing, what numbers (ex. 20.5, 21, 20) actually fit under the catergory of xl? thanks for your time |
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Cyron wrote:
i'm 6'6" and currently ride a trek that's 25" and it's time for an upgrade. Is XL the biggest Specialzed goes and also i'm wondering if that will fit me properly. one last thing, what numbers (ex. 20.5, 21, 20) actually fit under the catergory of xl? I'm in the same boat: 6'3" and ride 62 and 63cm (center-to-center) frames. You don't see many frames that big any more. Actually, seat tube length isn't all that critical _IF_ you can get the saddle high enough, AND get the proper reach and drop to the handlebars. In the Specialized sizing scheme, an XL would be your only possible choice, and I'm not sure that will be big enough. If this is a "compact" frame, you may end up with the saddle waaay up above the top tube. Not the greatest situation IMO. Compact frames may make sense for short riders, but not for someone your size. If your old trek is steel, and fits you well, you might consider upgrading it with a modern drivetrain, dual pivot brakes, and Ergo/STI brifters. Art Harris |
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