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 2005-02-06 1:21 AM |
New user  9 |  Subject: Do you have a bike for me?!I need a bike. That's pretty simple. I don't need anything super fancy...this is my first time training and hoping to complete a sprint tri. I'm 5'2, but don't know what size that would make me on the bike. Any suggestions? Or better yet, anyone trying to get rid of a bike, that might work for me? There's really no reason for me to buy new, being a newbie and all--let me take it off your hands! Thanks a bunch. :-) |
| 2005-02-06 11:41 AM in reply to: #113336 |
Veteran 253   Joysey | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! |
| 2005-02-06 11:43 AM in reply to: #113336 |
Veteran 253 Joysey | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=12490&posts=2 Give this post a try. It's for sale by another member here. Actually< i found it about 2 or 3 posts below yours. Looks kinda cool. Good Luck! |
| 2005-02-06 1:06 PM in reply to: #113336 |
Champion 4902  Ottawa, Ontario | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! Saying that you are 5'2" will only give you a very general idea of what size bike to get. Your inseam is one good indicator along with your torso length and forearms. Go to a good bicycle shop and get fitted for a bike; that is the best thing. In the meantime you might take a look at Wrenchscience Sizing System at the following site: |
| 2005-02-06 1:21 PM in reply to: #113433 |
Resident Matriarch N 43° 32.927 W 071° 24.431 | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! way too big for someone 5'2", but a nice ride. |
| 2005-02-06 2:40 PM in reply to: #113336 |
New user 9 | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! Thanks for the help, dudes! Here are my measurements... (as based off of the wrench sicence site--thanks for that!) - Handlebar Width is :: 44cm Center-to-Center - Overall Reach is :: 3.305cm Center-to-Center - Frame Size is :: 49cm Center-to-Top / 48cm Center-to-Center - Recommended Saddle Height is :: 64.59cm So when people just generally mention one number as their "size," would mine be....49? Edited by Mrs.Adder720 2005-02-06 2:42 PM |
| 2005-02-06 4:10 PM in reply to: #113336 |
Champion 4902 Ottawa, Ontario | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! Some bicycle manufacturers measure their bikes from the center of the bottom bracket to the center of the top tube along the seat tube length. Other manufacturers measure from the center of the bottom bracket to the top of the top tube along the seat tube. So, you would ride a 48 or a 49 depending on the manufacturer! Also, being as you are quite "petite", you might benefit from looking a women specific bikes in that size. |
| 2005-02-11 9:36 AM in reply to: #113336 |
| Extreme Veteran 380 | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! If you are still looking for a bike, I have a Specialized Dolce Elite that is a size 48cm. My daughter got this bike last January and has grown over five inches since we bought it, so I need to replace it. It is Ultegra group and in very good condition. It has fallen over a couple of times, but no crashes. There are a couple of small paint chips. Areobars are Profile Design Split Second AL. You can see a photo of it in my album, 2005 Triathlon Season. PM with any questions if you are interested. |
| 2005-02-11 10:24 AM in reply to: #113336 |
New user 9 | Subject: RE: Do you have a bike for me?! Hermom--you have a PM!!  Edited by Mrs.Adder720 2005-02-11 10:25 AM |
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