Planet X Ti Sporitve sizing

richj_gsy
richj_gsy Posts: 6
edited January 2012 in Road buying advice
I'm on the verge of buying a Planet X Ti Sportive and have been recommended the XL frame. I'm 5' 11" - anyone know anything about the sizing as on most bikes I'd go for an L or 56?

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  • amaferanga
    amaferanga Posts: 6,789
    The Planet X website size guide recommends a Large for people 5'10" - 6'2".

    Best thing to do is compare the geometry (in particular the top tube length) with your current bike if you have one.

    Who recommended an XL to you?
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  • thespanishadam
    thespanishadam Posts: 341
    XL sounds on the big side for your height..

    Everyone comes up different on sizing, but it easier to make a smaller bike fit than a big bike.
  • richj_gsy
    richj_gsy Posts: 6
    Size was recommended by Planet X. The top tube on the Sportive XL is 56.6 and seat tube is 56...
  • bianchiblue
    bianchiblue Posts: 344
    Deffo a large. I think the front would be too high for you on an XL, also slightly too long a top tube.
  • fungus_the_muffin_man
    fungus_the_muffin_man Posts: 1,608
    I'd say it would ve perfect for you.
    I've just recently bought the large size. I'm 5' 9 and like you thought the size they recommended was a bit big. Especially as my bianchi was a 53.
    However the frame is actually quite compact and the large is perfect. I just need to swap the stem out for a 120 as the front hub is infront of the bars. Your a good 2 inches bigger than me so reckon it would be spot on for you.

    Don't forget planet x will take it back if your not happy with the sizing.

    I think you'll be fine.

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