I went to my LBS to find out more about the Cervelo P2C/P3C and I'm concerned that the recommended frame size may be a bit too big for me as I've had a different recommendation from another shop. I suffer from long leg relative to torso length.
I currently ride a 48cm Kestrel Talon SL in the road position, but I've had pursuit bars and bar-end shifters mounted for IM training. I've ridden the Talon for 3 seasons. While I love the Talon for road, I find that I can't get very low when setup for tri. Also the handling is not as great as in the road setup. I run a 70mm stem to provide the correct reach. The LBS recommended a 51 Cervelo because of my Inseam length and because they feel that 700C should always be the choice over 650 wheels, if possible. However, I'm a little concerned that this frame size may be too big. (The shop is not FIST certified, but they have a good reputation).
My measurements:
Inseam 80cm
Trunk 56.5cm
Forearm 31cm
Arm 60cm
Thigh 56.6cm
Lower Leg 51
Sternal notch 135
Total Body Height 162
Weight 110lbs
Your thoughts would be appreciated.
I currently ride a 48cm Kestrel Talon SL in the road position, but I've had pursuit bars and bar-end shifters mounted for IM training. I've ridden the Talon for 3 seasons. While I love the Talon for road, I find that I can't get very low when setup for tri. Also the handling is not as great as in the road setup. I run a 70mm stem to provide the correct reach. The LBS recommended a 51 Cervelo because of my Inseam length and because they feel that 700C should always be the choice over 650 wheels, if possible. However, I'm a little concerned that this frame size may be too big. (The shop is not FIST certified, but they have a good reputation).
My measurements:
Inseam 80cm
Trunk 56.5cm
Forearm 31cm
Arm 60cm
Thigh 56.6cm
Lower Leg 51
Sternal notch 135
Total Body Height 162
Weight 110lbs
Your thoughts would be appreciated.