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Old 11-22-2008, 05:48 AM   #7
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Originally Posted by Archaea View Post
I understand your point. But adjustment is more determined by stem, seat post, fork, seat, which make a better fit possible.

But unfortunately with a cheap bike, "the right fit" is often unavailable. Frame makers for reasons of not wanting too many molds like fewer sizes and hope people will pay for the other parts.

Fortunately, most frames are not monocoque but rather tubular so some adjustment is possible. I'm really saying it's unreasonable to expect a cheaper bike to fit well. I don't have to be right, but in bike fitting, it is an area where I have a wee bit of exposure.

Perhaps I see a distinction without a difference, but my effort to articulate it.
Translation: the ideal fit being unavailable, any size will do.

You are too funny.
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