Thanks, my wife is just, just five feet as well. The 49 was pushing her onto her toes over the top tube. The 45 seems like it may be the way to go. It’s got Bontrager wheels, tiagra all round and goes at $1,199 Canadian. Even with the exchange, thats quite a jump from $700 US.
I’m also looking at a used Specialized Allez sport in a 48 frame. That would likely be my choice but as it’s been a bit of a struggle to get her on to a road bike, she has to decide what is in her comfort zone.
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