what size bike frame do i need? I am 5'10"?

Question

what size bike frame do i need? I am 5'10"?

Answer 1

There are more variables than you might believe involved with a good fit, not just height.



Call your local bike shops and ask if they offer a professional fitting service. Expect to pay $15 and up if you don't buy a bike from them. Could save you many bucks trying to correct a mistake.



Here is what the shop i frequent uses:



Our technicians use the FitKit, the Salsa Size-O-Matic Stem system, and the Cyclemetrics FitStik fitting tools as well as our years of experience addressing a variety of cyclists’ needs and fit requirements.

Answer 2

My best advice is to go into a bike store that specializes in bike and bike accesories. There are lots of people out there with your same height, and because of this a professional should fit you on your bike.



I have a friend that I race with. We are both 6 foot and are bikes are both different. I can not ride his bike for to long because it because very unconfortable. The reason for this is becuse I have a longer toro than he does where his legs are longer.



It is free to get a bike fitted to you. Be prepared for at least an hour. Oh and when one more thing custom bikes are another option and really not much more money.

Answer 3

If you stand straddling the bike between the seat and the handlebars, you should only have an inch or two of clearance between your body and the frame on a men's bike.



It's a bit arbirtary though, since almost every part of a bike can be adjusted to where you find them most comfortable.

Answer 4

It depends as much on the style of bike, and your inseam (leg) length, as it does your overall height. I am 5' 10" too, and a 19-20" frame ususally works perfectly for me, but my inseam is 32". You can use that as a start.

Answer 5

try 54 cm or 56 cm