Cyclocross bikes

[F8th637]

Great thread, ladies! I just came back from an attempt at a bike fit only to learn that my hybrid is way too small for me. After talking with the shop owner a while she suggested cyclocross bikes to me since it seems to be more in line with how I want to use my bike. The hybrid, unfortunately, is less than a year old. Now how do I work it so that my husband isn't too mad at me at trying to sell my young hybrid for a nice cyclocross in a higher price range?

[tulip]

Tell him you're getting smarter!

[Zen]

I just came back from an attempt at a bike fit only to learn that my hybrid is way too small for me.

What kind is it and what size? I'm considering a hybrid for canal rides.

[F8th637]

What kind is it and what size? I'm considering a hybrid for canal rides.

It is a GT Nomad LTD and the size is XS. I'm not sure what that translates to in inches. I could measure for you, if you like. I'm 5'6" and was told I could probably fit better on a medium. Would an XS work for you?

[tulip]

It is a GT Nomad LTD and the size is XS. I'm not sure what that translates to in inches. I could measure for you, if you like. I'm 5'6" and was told I could probably fit better on a medium. Would an XS work for you?

Who sold you that bike!?!? It's so frustrating with bike shops do that just to sell what's on the floor. F8th, I recommend Proteus Bikes in College Park, Maryland. Jill will never sell you a bike that doesn't fit your body or your needs.

[F8th637]

Who sold you that bike!?!? It's so frustrating with bike shops do that just to sell what's on the floor. F8th, I recommend Proteus Bikes in College Park, Maryland. Jill will never sell you a bike that doesn't fit your body or your needs.

LOL That's who I went to see yesterday. She was great! She kept saying it wasn't my fault but honestly I do feel guilty because I didn't go to a reputable bike shop and instead went to a chainy store. So among other things I'm dealing with that emotional turmoil right now.