Fit: BMC to Compact
02-12-09, 12:15 PM
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Fit: BMC to Compact
I'm convinced that I bought the wrong size (and manufacturer) road frame. My 61cm BMC Road Racer doesn't mesh well with my 6'2" body.
What keyed me in on this was borrowing a 58cm Specialized Tarmac, on which I felt far more comfortable and confident while cornering and descending. I could also generate more power and felt less pain during and after riding. The carbon felt great, and the frame had way less flex than my BMC. Overall, the Tarmac yielded a vastly superior experience.
So, I can't afford a new Tarmac frameset, and was thinking the next best thing may be to jump on the Neo Exile groupbuy. I figure I should be able to get about $500 for my old frame, fork (upgraded to Richey WCS) and post (upgraded to Thomson Masterpiece), plus I'd sell my 1983 Trek Touring bike for which I have no use (maybe another $300). In the end, I should come out even after paying to ship the Neo stateside.
Given that the 58 Specialized felt so good, do you all think I should go with the 57 or the 60? 57 sounds so tiny. 60 sounds large. Any recommendations? Alternative manufacturers to look at?
Thanks.
What keyed me in on this was borrowing a 58cm Specialized Tarmac, on which I felt far more comfortable and confident while cornering and descending. I could also generate more power and felt less pain during and after riding. The carbon felt great, and the frame had way less flex than my BMC. Overall, the Tarmac yielded a vastly superior experience.
So, I can't afford a new Tarmac frameset, and was thinking the next best thing may be to jump on the Neo Exile groupbuy. I figure I should be able to get about $500 for my old frame, fork (upgraded to Richey WCS) and post (upgraded to Thomson Masterpiece), plus I'd sell my 1983 Trek Touring bike for which I have no use (maybe another $300). In the end, I should come out even after paying to ship the Neo stateside.
Given that the 58 Specialized felt so good, do you all think I should go with the 57 or the 60? 57 sounds so tiny. 60 sounds large. Any recommendations? Alternative manufacturers to look at?
Thanks.
02-12-09, 12:26 PM
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I think you should get a fitting to determine what size bike is right for you. Even a basic one will be fine. Top tube length is more important than seat tube length.
I also think you should post pics of the BMC, cuz those are nice bikes
I also think you should post pics of the BMC, cuz those are nice bikes
02-12-09, 12:28 PM
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Also, my Exile arrived the other day, and it's a beautiful frame. Should be built soon, and I'll report on it's ride characteristics then.
02-12-09, 12:29 PM
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I'm 6' 3" and ride a 58cm Scott (compact frame). If I had your choices, I'd go with the 57cm Specialized.
02-12-09, 12:51 PM
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02-12-09, 01:46 PM
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get fitted by a Qualify fitter, is the best thing you can do.
my first road bike 58cm frame, right now I am riding 54-55 cm.
my first road bike 58cm frame, right now I am riding 54-55 cm.
