I would consider that only
1/2 to 1 size down for my height
. If you think a size 56cm is “normal”. Yes the 52cm top tube bike is a little small.
What size bike should I get for my height?
| Rider Height Suggested Frame Size | Feet and Inches Centimeters Inches | 5′ 1′′ – 5′ 5′′ 155 – 165 15 – 16 | 5′ 5′′ – 5′ 9′′ 165 – 175 17 – 18 | 5′ 9′′ – 6′ 0′′ 175 – 183 19 – 20 |
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How do I fit myself for a triathlon bike?
What is my road bike size?
| Rider height Frame size | 4’10” – 5′ 148 – 152 47 – 48 | 5′ – 5’3′′ 152 – 160 49 – 50 | 5’3′′ – 5’6′′ 160 – 168 51 – 53 | 5’6′′ – 5’9′′ 168 – 175 54 – 55 |
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What is a tri bike vs road bike?
How They’re Different. The most notable difference is the design, or geometry of the frame of each bike.
Triathlon bikes have a steeper angle of the seat
. Seats on a road bike are positioned at, on average, 78 degrees while the angle on a triathlon bike is closer to 72 degrees.
What does St mean for bikes?
A
step-through frame
(also known as open frame, drop frame, or low-step frame) is a type of bicycle frame, often used for utility bicycles, with a low or absent top tube or cross-bar.
What does tt mean in cycling?
A
time trial bicycle
is a racing bicycle designed for use in an individual race against the clock. Compared to a road bike, a time trial bike is more aerodynamic, has a shorter wheelbase, and puts the rider closer to the front of the bicycle.
What does tt mean BMX bike?
The
Top Tube
(TT) is the top tube on a BMX bike frame that connects the front of the bike (HT) and the seat post tube (ST).
Is 26-inch bike good for what height?
Bikes that are 26 inches in size work well for
children and adults who range from approximately five feet to six feet tall
. They can also be appropriate for some taller people, but the best way to find out if it’s a good fit is by testing ride one!
How tall should you be for a 29 inch bike?
If you are under 5’6” tall, a 26-inch mountain bike is still likely to be a better fit. If you’re
5’6′ or taller
, you should be able to find a 29er model to fit you. Riders more than 6′ tall can rejoice: You’ll definitely enjoy a more natural riding position with the size and frame geometry of a 29er.
What size bike should I get if im 5 7?
| Your Height / Inseam Bike Size | 5’3′′ to 5’7′′ with 27′′ to 29′′ inseam S (small) 15 inch bike | 5’7′′ to 5’11” with 29′′ to 31′′ inseam M (medium) 17 inch bike | 5’11” to 6’2′′ with 31′′ to 33′′ inseam L (large) 19 inch bike | 6’2′′ to 6’4′′ with 33′′ to 35′′ inseam XL (extra large) 21 inch bike |
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What kind of bike do I need for triathlon?
Yes, you will need a bike. No, it does not need to be expensive. We see people do triathlons on their
old mountain bikes, hybrids, or other slower bikes
— and especially with a couple simple modifications these bikes can do very well. If you can, try to use a road bike, even if you simply borrow one from a friend.
How do you calculate reach on a bike?
Reach measurement.
First measure distance of the head tube top middle from a wall behind (or in front) of the bicycle, then the bottom bracket distance from the same wall.
Subtract larger from the smaller measurement and that gives the reach.
How do you take care of a tri bike?
Is a 26 inch bike for adults?
26-inch bikes suit adults who are 4’10-5’7′′ tall
. Interestingly, the bike size is also perfect for kids who are 4’10 or taller. In most cases, these kids are in their teenage years, 13 years or older. But before you can get a 26-inch bike or any other, you’ve to consider your height or inseam length or both.
What size is a 56cm bike?
| Rider Height Suggested Road Bike Size | Feet & Inches Centimetres Frame Size (cm) | 5’6′′ – 5’9′′ 168cm – 175cm Medium (54cm – 55cm) | 5’9′′ – 6’0′′ 175cm – 183cm Large (56cm – 58cm) | 6’0′′ – 6’3′′ 183cm – 191cm X-Large (58cm – 60cm) |
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How do I determine bike frame size?
Most manufacturers now measure the frame
from the centre of the crank axle, to the top of the seat tube
. Most road bikes are measured in centimetres (cm), whereas mountain bikes are generally measured using inches (in). Kids’ bikes are measured by wheel size rather than frame size.
Can I use a triathlon bike as a road bike?
Yes, a triathlon bike can be changed to a road bike
. This can be sometimes expensive and consume a lot of time but it is very doable. The main parts of these two different bikes can be swapped to change one into the other. You just have to pay attention to the fit as you do so.
Is a triathlon bike worth it?
When comparing the average and normalised power of both athletes we can definitively say we have an answer to our question – forgoing a severe lack of bike skills or huge gusting winds,
yes it is worth riding a TT bike in a non-draft race
and although we at JT Multisport specialise in finding every free watt possible …
Is a road bike OK for triathlon?
Can You Use a Road Bike for a Triathlon?
Yes, road bikes can absolutely be used for triathlon training and racing
.
What does RT mean in cycling?
Road bike
. This bike is designed specifically for road riding.
What does BB mean in bikes?
The
bottom bracket
is a bicycle component used to connect a bicycle’s crankset to its frame, allowing it to rotate independently of the frame itself.
What does MTB mean in cycling?
A
mountain bike
(MTB) or mountain bicycle is a bicycle designed for off-road cycling. Mountain bikes share some similarities with other bicycles, but incorporate features designed to enhance durability and performance in rough terrain, which makes them heavier, more complex and less efficient on smooth surfaces.
Do triathletes Pee on the bike?
Some riders have practiced urinating on the bike while others consider a different approach.
Most triathletes don’t need to pee a lot when riding unless they ride really slow
. In this case, they can always stop at the port-a-potty station and urinate.
Why are tri bikes heavier?
A triathlon bike is heavier than a road bike by 2- 4 lbs or 1 to 2 kg. The reason is that
the aim is to make a triathlon bike more aerodynamic rather than lightweight as it is in road bikes
. The triathlon bikes come with bigger aerofoils and bigger frames than the road bike.
How much faster is a tri bike?
there have been many tests in the wind tunnel and these tests often show in an Ironman event that a TT or Triathlon bike can be
up to 3kph quicker
, while this is a general figure you may find this slightly more or less depending on your position, wheel choice and average speed.
