So I currently ride a 49cm Allez (Specialized Bicycle Components) and I like the way it fits.
I'm looking at this frame (GreatKeen Bike Sport Equipment Co.,Ltd) and I'm just a bit confused as to what I'm supposed to be looking for in terms of compatability.
I'm stuck between the 48cm and the 51cm on the second bike. The 48cm has a smaller horizontal top tube and standover height. The standover height on my Allez is just right. However, when I was trying out the 52cm Allez at my lbs, they told me it would fit me just great if the top tube was a bit shorter.
Now, the stack on the 48cm S5 and my Allez are both 505cm. The reach on the S5 is a bit smaller.
Final Questions: Does Reach counteract a longer top tube? Would I be more comfortable with a slightly longer top tube and shorter reach?
Thanks!
**Yeah, I know the best thing to do is try the S5 frame out, but there are no Cervelo dealers near my current location :/
I'm looking at this frame (GreatKeen Bike Sport Equipment Co.,Ltd) and I'm just a bit confused as to what I'm supposed to be looking for in terms of compatability.
I'm stuck between the 48cm and the 51cm on the second bike. The 48cm has a smaller horizontal top tube and standover height. The standover height on my Allez is just right. However, when I was trying out the 52cm Allez at my lbs, they told me it would fit me just great if the top tube was a bit shorter.
Now, the stack on the 48cm S5 and my Allez are both 505cm. The reach on the S5 is a bit smaller.
Final Questions: Does Reach counteract a longer top tube? Would I be more comfortable with a slightly longer top tube and shorter reach?
Thanks!
**Yeah, I know the best thing to do is try the S5 frame out, but there are no Cervelo dealers near my current location :/