Originally Posted by
Johnny H.
"When sitting on the saddle with the crank down at the furthest point in line with the seat tube my heel just touches the pedal, with an ever so slight bend in the knee."
Yes, I usually come to a stop and put my foot down to hold myself up. Getting on the bike I've always swung my leg over the back wheel and seat with the bike leaning towards me.
Since the pedal is about 5" off the ground, how do you do that? You'd have to lean over mighty far?
When you get your adjustment close, ride and see what cadence you can maintain with the same degree of effort.
Likely your highest cadence is your best spot. I mess around with 1/8" adjustments!