Quote Originally Posted by gcat
It's important to note that the 14" Truth isn't a 14" frame at all -- it's a 16" frame with a bent top tube. (Note, Ellsworth no longer calls it the 14" -- it's now designated an "xs frame"). As a result, the frame is a bit of a quirky fit -- doesn't fit many who would normally ride a 14", but a good compromise frame for others, which may explain why it works well for you.
Are you referring to Truth frames in general, or to the 2006 model?

Actually, I was at the LBS yesterday to be fitted on that 2005 14"/XS frame and it turned out to be too short. They asked me to bring in my current bike (a GF hardtail), took measurements, adjusted the height and fore/aft position of the seat on the Ellsworth, etc., and had me take it out on the road for a bit. The top tube is too short, so when I pedal somewhat aggressively while standing or go uphill, my knees and lower inner thighs can bang against the steering tube. My Tassajara's virtual top tube measurement is about 23". The 14" Truth was just over 21".

I'm going to call Ellsworth anyway... maybe they've changed the dimensions on the 2006 model? Even just one extra inch of length in the cockpit could make it work for me.

But I'm *so* bummed out...