Dang! Missed it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Trek420
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Dang! Missed it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Trek420
I know, it's Accelerade now :rolleyes:
But you could win a Symmetry. Actually you'd win 2. One for your fave LBS, one for you.
http://www.terrybicycles.com/RIF
I'm surprised no one mentioned Jamis.
They have 44cm, AND in 700c wheels. I get some looks at my new frame (Jamis replaced my frame because I was having Fitting woes with the 48cm men). People kept telling me how tiny my bike is and asked if I have the 650 wheels, and they would be shocked to find out that it's 700c wheels.
Try Jamis?
When I was shopping I looked at the Jamis Endura. The smallest had a top tube length of 49.5cm, just too big for me. (It is very close to the size of the 44cm Ruby which is 49.3 effective TT). Otherwise, a very nice bike and reasonable cost. I've noticed that the bikes with 700 wheels end up with too long a reach for me. But I am less that 4'11" and have a short torso and short arms.Quote:
Originally Posted by CyborgQueen
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Here's an off-the-wall suggestion:
http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/mini-velo
The top tube on the smallest size is 48.5. The frame angles are pretty slack, so it probably rides more like a mid-50s touring bike than a road bike.
Soma has kind of dropped the ball on several of their frames. The San Marco and the Buena Vista mixte come designed for 26" or 650c wheels in the smaller sizes, but don't go down to really small sizes that very short adults could use.
Some manufacturers make high-end juvenile road bikes that might work for a really small adult as well. Don't know how easy it would be to find 24" road tires, but it's possible to get a Pinerello and an Argon 18. There may be others out there as well.
http://www.pinarello.com/eng/speedy_792.php
http://www.argon18bike.com/bicyles/j...xenon-650.html (This one has 650C wheels)
Kona makes a small version of the Jake 'cross bike.
http://www.konaworld.com/jake_24.cfm
Goldfinch
I have a Specialized Ruby 44cm. When you come down in September if you want to take it for a long test ride let me know. You are certainly welcome to do so.
Fuji makes the Ace, which has a 24" or 650c wheel option. The 650c option only goes up to Tiagra components, however.
Thanks. This thread is pretty old, I ended up getting a Trek Madone in the 43cm size a couple of years ago. Love the bike. Unfortunately, they don't make this very small size anymore.Quote:
Originally Posted by kajero
I was up north for a while, now traveling, and won't be back in Minneapolis until the end of October or early November. Hope there isn't snow on the ground. :)
My experience in looking for smaller bikes was that the junior sizes all had low end components.
For those looking for a small fairly budget friendly bike the Terry Symmetry remains an option.
4'11 and 57 years of age. Arthritis from the neck down, torn ACL and meniscus (both knees), broken big toe and a compression fractured spine.Quote:
Originally Posted by goldfinch
Fit's extremely important for me. All of our bikes are steel. When it comes to road bikes I have and have had the following;
47 cm namesake Trek 420, steel frame and fork. Upgraded the heck out of it. Comparable to the current Trek 520.
My Mondonico is full custom build. It's an engineering marvel. When you're short like us you have three choices:
smaller wheels and/or ...
sloping top tube and/or ....
toe overlap.
The Mondonico has full size wheels, diamond frame and no toe overlap. I don't know how Antonio managed that one but the guy is brilliant. Unfortunately I hear that he's retired.
My 40 cm Soma Buena Vista mixte is very zippy and fast. Also quite comfortable. Yes, it's a mixte but feels almost as fast as my Mondonico.
I just bought a Salsa Vaya and while she will be the workhorse bike, slightly heavier than the other 2 but I was surprised at the fit. The Salsa's a 50 cm and fits quite well.
It's definitely one of my problems, I'm quite short, 5'0" so my bike is kind of high for me, it was a gift so I continue to use it. I think I should buy a new one which really fits. Thanks for the ideas!
Oh gee, just noticed this 2+ years later! I hope you found your bike, goldfinch! - I'm also just under 5 feet, have really short arms, and I'm older. I ended up having a custom Seven built around 650 wheels, and have not looked back. 700c wheels are NOT appropriate for riders as small as us - there is no way to get your weight over the rear wheel. The 26 in wheels were a good idea on your end. The Seven I had built is a titanium frame - much more give and dampening of road vibration than aluminum. You could have an Axiom made in the 4000 dollar range. When a custom is built, it is built to you, and you alone - there is nothing comparable in the commercial standard sizing.
Hi dinbuffalo - welcome to TE! Sounds like you may have a little something to share with us over on this thread?? :DQuote:
Originally Posted by dinbuffalo
I just bought a vintage Specialized Sirrus in I believe 49cm, I literally just got it yesterday. I have to double check of the exact size. I have to tip toe when I stand on it but I feel comfortable riding it... I love it but it may be a little too big for me. It is really hard to find my perfect size in the older models....it's sad. I am enjoying the ride for now... I can always sell it I guess since it is in the shop right now getting tuned up.
I know this is a very old thread, but I am one of the shorties here, at barely 5'0". I purchased a Specialized Vita Comp in the XS frame, which is the size I needed. I can stand over the top bar (just barely, but enough), and the rest seems to fit me well. So for those who are looking for bike for very short riders, check out the Specialized line and look specifically for models that have a size "XS."