Quote Originally Posted by tulip View Post
I don't know much about 650c wheels, but presumably, the gearing on the 650c-wheeled bike will compensate for the difference in tire size... So wheel size is not a factor in speed--the rider is.

While your measurements may not require a custom frame, you may still want to look into one given your budget. Nothing is quite like having a bike that fits you.
That is a good point, Tulip. As always. The aquiant gym GF that has the custom steele I am going to see next week. I can't wait to see what's in their stable!

Quote Originally Posted by ilima View Post
Definitely consider the 650c wheels. I've been coveting the Cervelo RS and one of the reasons is precisely because it has 650c wheels-and great geometry as a result-in my size (XS). If I bought a tri bike I would definitely get one with 650c wheels given my height.

That being said, my main ride is a 49cm unisex Merlin with 700c wheels and man oh man do I love my that bike!
The lbs owner/fitter pulled out someone's Cervelo tri bike in for service with 650s to show me. Oh my, what a tiny lil bike with tiny lil wheels I thought. But, if it fits the bill, so be it.