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im looking at a 456 ti frame, but im between sizes
im 5' 8'' with a 30'' inside leg. currently ride a ragley blue pig mk1 in small (so 16in) and it feels a bit small.
im concious if i go for the 18'' 456 it may be too big
I would agree with your thinking. I'm also 5^8 and tried a mates 18" on one inbred and it felt too big. Top tube too high and too long. 16" felt much better even with a 50mm stem. Now got a Mk1 Lynskey ti 456 also 16" feels bang on for sizing
Yup, I had an 18" steel one, I'm 6ft and it was perfect. Depends what you like though, I liked a 70mm stem, if you prefered a 50mm you'd have an inch shorter reach.
I've just got the 16" 456 ti. I'm 5'9" with 31" leg and it feels right. Currently have a 90mm stem on but will be changing that soon
If you're talking the ti evo, its got a long 592mm eTT on the 16", longer than the 16" Blue Pig. I definitely say 16" for you
cheers all, thats been really helpful
Al1982
I have a 16" 456ti for sale, purchased oct 2012 so van nic one, very good condition, as only had about 6 months riding and will probably kick myself once I have sold it, and I'am based in Huddersfield
ps i'am 5'8" with 30" inside leg and this size was spot on.
If interested email me at jonathantraverse@hotmail.co.uk
I'm the same size as mattbilliard and my mates 16" steel Inbred felt just right - could get away with an 18" with a few compromises if I had to I guess
Al1982
Here's a pic of bike built up
Frame only for sale though
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Def. 16" with a nice long seat post.
Fraction taller than you and 16" is perfect.
I can ride an 18" easily as it's only fractionally longer but the standover is a little less confidence inspiring.