2018 Allez

timbo_tim

Hi all

I about to pull the trigger on a spec allez through C2W but models in shops in London are a bit thin on the ground to test out, so I wondered if I could tap the collective wisdom on best size. I am 5'10 with 31" inside leg (I think) and I fit my 56 Trek ALR6 (H2 fit) pretty perfectly. Looking at the two geo charts, I think the 56 on the Allez is probably about right, but the high stack is swaying me towards a 54. I know the old adage about size down, but I am new to all things geometry so wondered if there was anything obvious to suggest definitely go for 54/56?

Thanks

http://villagecycle.com/product/features/trek-emonda-alr-6-pro-286708-1-390132.htm
https://www.evanscycles.com/specialized-allez-e5-2018-road-bike-EV306365

Wilf Roberts

I'm a little over 5'9" with a 32" inseam and ride a 54 Tarmac, which is pretty close in geo to an Allez. I think your saddle might be a bit low on a 56? But surely there's some in London to try?!? Maybe it's because they're just arriving so wait a week or two?

ugo.santalucia

5'9" and 10 years ago I had an Allez 56. Lovely aggressive frame

timbo_tim

Thanks - it was finding a store with 54 & 56 for a back to back test if possible, but think one the cycle surgery shops has both, assuming they are built up of course. Ugo - I understand that whilst the frameset is improved with a good carbon fork and dropped seat stays, at the same time they have relaxed the geo from days of old so I thought it would be good to size down to keep me from being too upright

Wilf Roberts

Yep I'd heard that about the geo too. Not sure you have to do a back to back either, I reckon you'll probably know if it feels right or not just trying one...

slowbike

I'm same height and ride a 2011 Allez 56. I did "slam" the stem a few years ago, but put it back when I changed use from summer road bike to winter/wet commuter. Yes, the stack is tall, but not massively.
If you're looking to race then you may benefit from the 54 with a long stem - so yup - you need to get on both and see which you like.

matt_n-2

I realise we're all different but I'm 6'1" and have had two Tarmacs, both 56, I'd say you'd be better off on a 54.