Bikes similar to a Lemond Tourmalet?

maine2nc
maine2nc Posts: 2
edited August 2008 in Road beginners
Hello,

I am looking to buy a used or on sale (2006/2007) road bike for commuting purposes (so, maybe $400-500 for a used bike, if I can find one?)

I have a 53cm Lemond Tourmalet, 2003, that I absolutely LOVE LOVE. I think the frame geometry is perfect for me. I am wondering if anyone can recommend a similarly-shaped bike that might help me search for used bikes or maybe even something on ebay. I'm 5'6" female with a fairly long torso, hence the men's frame on the Lemond.

Thanks!

PS - here is the existing bike -
http://www.lemondbikes.com/bike_archive ... rmalet.php

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  • dombo6
    dombo6 Posts: 582
    Hi, I don't mean to sound flippant but probably another Lemond.

    I too have a longish torso and tried Treks in 54/56 cm, specialized in 56cms and bianchis in 55cms. Finally settled on the best fit which was Lemond Buenos Aires in 55cm size.
    I've done 20 mile commutes on it, century rides and recently the Etape du Tour. Only discomfort was a numb toe after a century in Wales (Dragon Ride) and numb middle finger tip after etape due to braking in near freezing conditions down the Tourmalet (the mountain your bike's named after :wink: ).

    Any 53cm Lemond should therefore suit you.

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