h_curtis - I am 6'1" and 73yo, still riding drop bar road bikes. Until not too long ago I was riding 58 - 63cm frames. In the last purge, the 58s and 63cm frames exited. I could not image making a 56 fit unless it was a time trial or track only bike. Butt,... anything is nearly possible with saddle setback, long seatposts, tall stems, handlebar styles, 650 wheels, etc.
My custom roadie from nearly 20 years ago, anticipating aging shrinkage and loss of flexibility, still runs a 14cm stem. Newer saddles have helped me.
Stay flexible. Work the core.
edit: I find I'm keeping many with longer chainstays and slacker angles. This 60cm is a perfect fit.
