I can't be THAT much of a freak? (long)

**spazzdog** · 08-04-2009, 04:21 PM

Hi and welcome!

I don't think you're freaky at all.

I'm 5'7", 33.5" inseam (about same as you), 31" arm length (shoulder to wrist). I ride a 52 Specialized Allez Comp mens frame... the only "custom" thing on it so far is a compact crank, speedplay pedals and a Koobi seat.

Anyway... how does your bike FEEL? For now (since you've put so many $$ into her) don't worry how it looks. Is your body comfortable on the bike?

spazz

**Biciclista** · 08-04-2009, 04:47 PM

the fact is a lot of women have really long legs compared to their torsos and arms.
That's why WSD bikes exist. If someone puts you on a bike based on your leg length, you're going to be leaning too far over. Guess what, that's why i got a custom bike! Now there are many Women's bikes to chose from. I am not sure where you are living, but that will help as for suggestions.

WELCOME to TE

**tulip** · 08-04-2009, 04:48 PM

I'm 5'6" and my bike is a 49cm. Fits perfectly.

Try lots of different models in several different sizes. Go to shops that will take the time to work with you, not try to sell you what they have left on the floor. Get a professional fitting to tweak if needed. Best of luck to you.

**redrhodie** · 08-04-2009, 05:03 PM

I haven't heard of those bikes, but I found their website. Here's the page with the download to the frame specs:

http://www.rawlandcycles.com/store/i...intItemID=3731

Maybe one of the savvier bike fitters will take a look at the geometry for you, and give you some insight.

**Biciclista** · 08-04-2009, 05:08 PM

those rawland bikes have LONG top tubes!

**KnottedYet** · 08-04-2009, 08:02 PM

I'm 5'8" with loooooong arms and long legs, and I ride a 52cm Surly Cross Check (horizontal top tube) with a riser stem and mustache bars. Less than $1200, including modifications. http://surlybikes.com/crosscheck_comp.html (note the separate brake levers and bar end shifters)

The bar-end shifters coupled with brake-only levers are a godsend to those of us with smaller hands. Many bikes are now going to the bar-end and brake-only combo. (for example the Salsa Fargo, which has a sloping top-tube, and a gazillion others)

**Cataboo** · 08-04-2009, 08:22 PM

Originally Posted by Biciclista

those rawland bikes have LONG top tubes!

Yeah. I'm drooling over them.

My top tube's too short on my surly.

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