Ribble Audaux sizing help

JimboPlob
JimboPlob Posts: 397
edited April 2012 in Road buying advice
I am 6'1", long legs compared to torso.

Currently ride a 56cm CAAD9 which is a sweet fit for me. 11cm stem.

I am looking at the ribble audaux and am a little unsure as to sizing. It looks like they measure top-tube from the front of the seat tube to center of head tube... so a 58cm which says it has a 56.3 top tube, looks like the actual top tube would be more like 57cm (getting a bit long for me).

The size down then has a very low 13cm head tube...

Any ideas?

On a side note, can anyone recommend a cheap frame that can take guards with similar geometry to a CAAD9?

Thanks

Comments

  • sturmey
    sturmey Posts: 964
    You want the 60cm Ribble Audax- no question.

    I am 6' with 34/35" inside leg and this is the size that fits me. Top tube is 57cm.head tube 17.5cm.

    Do you have flexibility problems as a 56cm t/tube with 11cm stem sounds a bit short for someone of your height?

    Top tube measurements are always centre to centre btw. Even with these frames.
  • JimboPlob
    JimboPlob Posts: 397
    Long legs/short torso