Bike/Frame Size help...

SE43
SE43 Posts: 44
edited August 2013 in MTB buying advice
I have seen a cracking deal on a mountain bike that I would like. Problem is, the frame size is XL, which fits 1.84-1.90m. I am 5" 9 and I would be better of with a Medium, or a Large.

Should I get the bike, will it be okay, can it be adjusted?

Or should I just look for another one?
B'TWIN Triban 5a

Comments

  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Bad idea, it will be far too lare for you, at below average height you want a medium at the largest, probably a small.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    It's probably a cracking deal because not many people are 7 feet tall.
    I don't do smileys.

    There is no secret ingredient - Kung Fu Panda

    London Calling on Facebook

    Parktools
  • Kowalski675
    Kowalski675 Posts: 4,412
    cooldad wrote:
    It's probably a cracking deal because not many people are 7 feet tall.

    Imagine the trouble you'd have finding trousers to fit.
  • SE43
    SE43 Posts: 44
    Thank you for the replies, shame it's not a medium then. I can see why no one has bought it yet!
    B'TWIN Triban 5a
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    If it's that good a deal get it and reframe it!
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.

Categories