Hi guys!
I have recently acquired a beautiful Trek 5500 (USPS) in size 58cm.
I'm 5'11 (180cm) with a 33.56 inseam (85cm).
I have 2 cm spacers below my stem (see the attached photo). The current height of the steerer tube is 22cm.
I have bought the bike that way.
However, the current geometry is making the bike a living hell to ride. I was thinking about extending the steerer tube by welding an additional part, but I have read that that option is not safe at all. Long story short, should i opt for a new fork with an uncut steerer tube so I can use a 4-5 cm spacers below the stem?
There's currently one on eBay with a steerer tube height of 26,5cm.
Would the bike look funny with a 4cm spacers or perhaps this frame size is too big for me?
I'll appreciate your honest opinion.
Thanks! 🚵
