[CR] Frame sizing-vintage frame size

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From: "Michael Allison" <cyclo_one@verizon.net>
To: <Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Date: Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:32:48 -0400
Cc: Tom Sanders <tesanders@comcast.net>
Subject: [CR] Frame sizing-vintage frame size


I agree with the comments made by Tom and Angel about sizing a vintage

frame that has not been ridden before purchase. But there's one measurement that no one has mentioned\u2014frame stand over height. For me

this is the single dimension that lets me know whether a frame is suited to me. It's a special measurement because it is that single number that combines seat tube length, seat setback, BB drop and frame

angles. No matter what those measurements may be they all come together in one number. I have a favorite bike and it's stand over height is my gold standard for what works for me.

Michael Allison
New York, NY