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If I were making the decision I'd look at other frames/bikes. The reach (386mm) on the smallest frame would be too long for you, not to mention the low stack height.
norton-
Thanks for the reply - really appreciate it.
Can I ask how you come to this conclusion - for reference; I went and took a ride on a Pinnacle Arkose today - 51cm (size M).
According to their size guide this has a stack of 590mm and a reach of 387mm and it felt ok. The seat seemed to be at an ok height (see setup).
I plotted some details in thebikelist bike fit and it popped out the numbers of 558mm stack and 365mm reach. This compares with an XS sized Ribble CGR AL.
Sorry for all the questions - just want to get the right bike.
tcw
So I was wondering if you fellows can help me. I'm about to pull the trigger on a Vitus Energie
I intend to use it to commute - and for some hopefully off the beaten path rides on the weekend. I'm also open to other suggestions of bike if you have one.
It appears to represent excellent value for money - and I can see a few of you have them. Onto the question: sizing.
I previously had an XLS I never gelled with - some of it due to the fact I had to have the seat almost slammed. I bought that in a 54cm frame by their advice - for my height (175/6cm, inseam ~31.5").
So naturally - I'm apprehensive - it seems medium is definitely the best size for me according to the size chart provided for Vitus - but I wanted to see if anyone has real world experiences of this size/can offer advice.