Quote Originally Posted by Megustalaplaya View Post
Hi Everyone!

I'm returning to cycling after a 13 year absence. I bought an entry level, 50cm, Trek Lexa Friday evening and went for my first ride yesterday. Loved being back on a bike!

I noticed when I stopped at a traffic light that I had to lean to the left and my right leg rested on the top bar. So I stood over the bar and realized I have no clearance. Meaning my girly parts are resting on the bar. I don't know why I didn't notice this when I test rode the bike at the shop. The bike shop does have a 47cm and when I test rode it I noticed that I could see over the handlebars and see the hub. Based on that, I thought the 47cm was too small. Now I'm wondering if I made the right decision.

What are you thoughts on this? Oh, I'm 4'11 3/4 (59.75) with an inseam of about 29 inches and have a short upper body.

Any insight or opinions are very much appreciated!
I am an inch shorter than you and ride a Trek Madone with similar geometry in a 43 cm size. 50 seems large, especially if you have a short torso like me. But there certainly is variability in what fits people of similar height.