My bike's too big!

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illafilla at 01.6.08 - 5:17 pm
Hi. I am building a fixie (my first), but the frame is 62cm. I am 5'9". I have to tippy toe a little bit to get my crotch over the top bar.
Am I going to die trying to ride it? Are there any other shorties out there riding big bikes? Thanks
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DOOD thats way too big..a 62 is for some one like 6'4 and taller..
skano01.6.08 - 5:21 pm
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when looking for a frame the standard size for some one 5'9 is 53' 54' or 55' depending on the make..
skano01.6.08 - 5:22 pm
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My 62 cm fixie is badass because the 700cm wheel in front can barspin 'cuz the frame is so big!
tallcans4tallbikes01.6.08 - 7:31 pm
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top tube vs. crotch is one thing - you've also got to consider your riding position. a bike that big might just be plain uncomfortable for you after a couple miles.
lackflag01.6.08 - 8:38 pm
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what make of frame is it? i have a 59cm iro thats a tad too small for me.
ruinedbyidiots01.6.08 - 9:10 pm
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that would still be hella big for this kid...
skano01.6.08 - 10:47 pm
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Unless it has bizarre geometry it could not possibly be a good frame for you.
franz01.6.08 - 10:52 pm
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bah! i feared as much.
by the way, anyone want to buy a sweet, green and white, freshly painted 62cm frame!?!?!?!?
illafilla01.7.08 - 8:36 am
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