Giant Defy 1 - size L for 5'10.5"?

dubcat

I thought at 5'10.5" I would be L size in giant defy range. I have found a used bike which I plan to see tomorrow. Problem is it will be my first road bike and I don't think I will be able to tell if it is a good fit or not. I was surprised to see that according to the giant size chart I should have an m/l frame. Shame - this looked like a good buy

Keen to hear from other L size defy owners or defy owners about my height regarding their experience.

getprg

Hi - I ride the Giant SCR (defy's predecessor with same geometry) and am 6'1" - it's fine for me but frame sticker does say 5'11" to 6' 2".

Giant introduced the M/L frame (I think with the Defy range) to cater for the jump from Medium to Large. I really think you might find this would be a better fit. The best suggestion I can make is to get down to your local Giant dealer and try out (ie sit on) the alternative sizes.

dubcat

Ah gutted Will go to lbs and try them but I'm sure I am m/l from what I have read I thought this was 'the one' - argh back to searching.

alihisgreat

I'm 6ft and ride a M/L

L should be more for those 6ft+

dubcat

Thx mate. Will let the seller know.

Grill

You'll need an M or M/L as Giant uses compact geometry. I made the mistake of buying a Giant frame in L without doing any research an it aw way to big (I'm just shy of 6').

theslowone

Hi I ride a Defy 2 (not sure if geometry is the same as 1) I am 5' 10'' and find a Medium is a good fit.

bilirubin

I also ride a Defy 2 and I am 5' 10" and the M fits like a glove.

Graeme Jones

6'2 here and have a defy3 in large. Don't touch it. It'll be too big my bro in law had a go on mine who is 5'9 and nearly came off it

gmacz

I am 6ft 2 as well and ride an xl, perfect fit for me.
I think a large will fit and you might need a stem change or a few tweeks.
It all depends on your body in relation to leg and body length.
Best bet is to go see it and give it a try.

Bozman

Go on the Giant website, look at the geometry and check the virtual top tube length because Giant TT are long. You'll be a M or M/L, you'll need to catch a bus to get to your bars if you get a large.

dubcat

Thanks all - i passed on the bike. I am going to go to a shop and try out the bikes for size. I think I will just end up lobbying the wife a bit harder and getting a new bike. Thanks very much for all the great replies.