I just did something silly but also good. Good bit is that I put a deposit on a caad12 disc ultegra. LBS had a 54cm in there, on sale for $2100 aud. (£1120!) Couldn't say no. Set up to my spec I had 110mm seat post out. Felt fine but would like more standover. Reach was fine.
But, got home and reading the Geo charts closely I reckon I could get away with a 52cm with a -15mm setback post and slightly longer stem. To get the same fit as the 54.
Due to the pretty level top tube, the Caads tend to have higher stand over requirements for each size.
I had a 48 caad and super six and both of those worried me with stand over height compared to other bikes.
I just did something silly but also good. Good bit is that I put a deposit on a caad12 disc ultegra. LBS had a 54cm in there, on sale for $2100 aud. (£1120!) Couldn't say no. Set up to my spec I had 110mm seat post out. Felt fine but would like more standover. Reach was fine.
But, got home and reading the Geo charts closely I reckon I could get away with a 52cm with a -15mm setback post and slightly longer stem. To get the same fit as the 54.
Is this a stupid plan?
And yes, internet bike fit.