A guy with that height needs to find a bike that fits him.
I know someone close to that height. He went out and bought a walmart bike. I have never seen anything so sad in my life (well, on a bike anyway) it clearly did not fit him and it was not very comfortable!
I don't know how you're going to be able to get away with buying him a bike unseen. I hope you figure out how to get him on a bike that fits him so the two of you can ride together, good luck!
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06-05-2009, 11:11 AM #1
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06-05-2009, 11:18 AM #2
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Have you talked to someone at the LBS? They might have some suggestions re: which bike would be best for him and how to do a surprise gift that fits him.
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06-08-2009, 05:04 AM #3
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You could always take him to the LBS because you "want to check out some stuff" for your bike, and while you guys are there, try out some bikes together. Just for "fun"
I mean, who goes to a bike store and doesn't eyeball and maybe try out the new shinies? 
That would at least give you a better idea of what fits him and what he finds comfortable and it probably wouldn't tip him off that you are looking for something for him.
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