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I know I need to go and try one etc, but as a rough guide on what others are using what size Anthem X frame for someone about the 5'6" - 5'7" mark ? Was thinking the small (16") was a no-brainer, but wondering whether it may be a bit short and I would even be borderline on Medium. Use would be Marathons and occassional XC racing.
I'm just over 5ft7 and went for the small 16" frame
I didn't get to test a medium but did test ride a small and it just felt right. I was already riding an XTC Composite in a small which was the exact same dimensions and geometry so it felt at home straight off.
I have a fair bit of seat post out - about 15mm off minimum insertion mark on a 375mm Thomson but it's comfortable for me.
I'm pretty sure Oli Beckingsale races a large and he's over 6 foot tall so a small should be fine for someone 5ft 7.
Good advice, Obviously I am concerned about the Small being too short, but equally concerned about not being able to get the bars down low enough on a Medium with the longer headtube
Adam Craig races a medium and he's 5ft 11 (admittedly in the carbon version but the geometry will be the same)
http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/pro-bike-adam-craigs-giant-anthem-x-advanced-sl-25368
For 'most' people doing 'normal' riding, we suggest sizing down on the Anthem. Eg, smalls up to 5'8-ish, mediums up to 6'-ish. That's only ever a suggestion, mind.
For marathons and racing though, where presumably you're after speed and efficiency over outright technical prowess/control, you're probably best sticking with the medium.
Would I get the bars down low enough on a medium, I like to ride with the bars just below the level of the saddle