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pito00

Oct 6, 08 9:13

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Cervelo sizing help Can't Post
I need the help of the wise-acres of ST to pick a cervelo frame size. I'm 6'3 and have a 34.5 inch inseam. My roadbike frame sizing is a 63cm seat tube w/ a 59.5 cm top tube. I used to ride a Quintana Roo Caliente, but I'm looking to switch to a cervelo. I realize that my longer legs/shorter torso and my pocketbook push me towards the P2C, so I'm wondering if I should pick up the 61cm frame or the 58cm. I'm unsure because Cervelos typically run large.

Can anybody help me?
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WiScott

Oct 6, 08 11:01

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Re: Cervelo sizing help [pito00] [In reply to] Can't Post
Do you have any "stack and reach" dimensions from your previous QR setup? Is your roadbike setup now with aerobars that you can use the stack & reach dimensions as a starting point?
Recommending a specific frame size based solely on rider height and inseam is pretty much impossible IMHO.

Scott

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pito00

Oct 6, 08 11:03

Post #3 of 5 (235 views)
Re: Cervelo sizing help [WiScott] [In reply to] Can't Post
Sound advice. I guess I need to invest in a measuring tape.

However, my QR didn't put me in as aggressive a position as I wanted b/c of the 76 degree seat angle, so how applicable are those stack and reach #s?
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(This post was edited by pito00 on Oct 6, 08 11:04)


c50jim

Oct 6, 08 21:06

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Re: Cervelo sizing help [pito00] [In reply to] Can't Post
My son is half an inch taller than you and is happy on a 58 cm P2SL. 61 sounds big unless you slam the saddle all the way forward. I find Cervelo TT bikes to have long reach unless the saddle is all the way forward.


H2Owings

Oct 6, 08 21:52

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Re: Cervelo sizing help [pito00] [In reply to] Can't Post
I am 6'3'' as well but have a 36'' as I am able to stand over a yard stick with my stuff to one side and it fits pretty perfectly. :-) Sorry if that was too much info. Anyway, I ride a 58cm P2C with a bit more seat post out than most and very little spacers.