tuesdaysgreen
New member
I'm looking at ordering a new bicycle online. I've ridden metric road bicycles sized between 56 and 58 cm, and they fit fine and are comfortable. The bike I'm looking at is measured in inches. Sizing charts, and simple conversion indicate that I should be looking at 22 or 23 inch frames, depending on how large the largest frame made by that maker is. I am 5'11" and have a 33" inseam, and I accept that I ought to be riding such frame sizes, but my question is this. I consider myself to be of average height. (and by the stats, I am within an inch of average height in the US). Why shouldn't I be riding a medium sized frame considering I am of averqage height? what do tall people do, just not ride frames that fit? get expensive custom or uncommon sizes?