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What size road bike do I need?

  • 25-02-2013 07:21PM
    #1
    walsh27
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1 ✭


    I've been looking to upgrade to a bigger racer as I've grown out of my old one (52cm). I am now 6'2"/6'3" and was wondering what size would suit best. I have been looking around at a few second hand bikes and I am very partial to a 56cm Boardman but I think I could be a bit cramped on it. Should I go for a 58cm or bigger? Any help is greatly appreciated.
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  • #2
    Craig06
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 430 ✭✭Craig06


    I'm the same height as you and my lapierre is a 58. But if I was to buy again I'd go with a smaller frame and get the saddle up higher.


  • #3
    bogmanfan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,756 ✭✭✭bogmanfan


    I'm 6'2" and ride a 58cm Trek. I briefly had a 56cm Boardman and felt a bit cramped on it. But my flexibility is poor, so you may fare better.


  • #4
    lizzylad84
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,462 ✭✭✭lizzylad84


    im 6ft 3 and ride a 56 trek, gettin on fine 5months inn


  • #5
    TheBlaaMan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,508 ✭✭✭TheBlaaMan


    6'2" and 58 for me.

    You (most likely) are borderline 56/58, but as we are all different shapes there's no hard and fast rule..........try a few and see what you think. Check your knees dont clip the drop bars when turning, ensure you can reach the hoods while still allowing for a bend in the arms at the elbows etc etc. Shorter/longer stems can be easily swapped in, but if the reach (along the top-tube) to the bars is 'out' you never get comfy on the bike.

    Take your time, or regret at your leisure !

    Like me.............next time, I'll be getting a 56 :rolleyes:


  • #6
    Brian?
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 23,164 Mod ✭✭✭✭Brian?


    I'm 6ft 2 and have a 58 Fuji. My last bike was a 56 specialised and it was grand with am upgrade to a longer stem. I have a short inseam for my height though.

    Try out a few bikes and see what suits.

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  • #7
    petethedrummer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,604 ✭✭✭petethedrummer


    The recommended size for your height would probably be a 58. You could go for a 56 if you have very good flexibility and want to have a pro looking machine with a big drop from saddle to handlebars and a long stem. Not sure it would be comfortable but sure that will be obvious if you take it for a spin.


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