Request: How to correctly size a bicycle.

Status: I'll get this tutorial done as soon as I can!

7 Requests for this tutorial:

  1. Sean on October 6th, 2009 3:36 pm

    It would be nice to know about the length you stretch to hold the bars and what frame measurements are important for your personal inseam, etc. There seem to be many methods of fitting and a lot of myth to the art. I’d like a solid way to fit a bike taking note of every area of sizing.

  2. Bruno on October 6th, 2009 3:36 pm

    Have you got any knowledge on bike fitting? What’s the best way to find out the best frame size?

  3. Steve on October 6th, 2009 3:36 pm

    How do you determine the height of your handlebars? I get numbness in my palms and fingers.

  4. Bunny on October 6th, 2009 3:37 pm

    You make no mention of adjusting handlebar height. Is there a “correct height” or do you consider this to be down to personal preference?

  5. DT on October 6th, 2009 3:38 pm

    Go to your local, reputable, independent bicycle dealer! Bicycle Fit is best done and finalised in-person with test rides etc. Trust us on this.

  6. Paul on February 16th, 2010 1:06 pm

    I am currently having numbness in the boys when I ride, when I am in the aero position and when I am on the hoods, I am going to get a new bike, should I be concentrating on a smaller top tube?

  7. Marti on February 17th, 2010 8:27 pm

    Could you do a tutorial on proper seat and handlebar adjustment/sizing a bike?

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