Getting a new bike and would like to dial in my fit. I trust the knowledge here. I believe I am between a size 52 and 54. Having had my fits done via Retul I consulted my local Retul bike fitter and not really gotten the clarity i wanted from him. TrainerRoad Geeks Help Me!
I ride a 2010 Madone size 54. going to buy a new 2020 Madone.
Past Issue Hip Flexor Strains:
Attempting to open my hips with my next fit.
Would moving to Smaller Frame allow a Person to Open their Hips more? To be more Rotated over the Bottom Bracket? I will also going with Shorter Cranks.
Hey Jax, Saddle width? Can you Elaborate on how you see that moving a person more over the Bottom Bracket? I already have my Saddle for and Aft maxed out towards the Front.
The smaller frame will not. The shorter reach will be negated by the shorter head tube.
Instead, consider sticking to your existing frame size, but using a seatpost/seatmast with less setback. The Madone comes standard with a 25mm setback, but it looks like a 5mm setback is available. This will push your saddle forward.
Lastly, the Madone is now Trek’s aero road bike. Also consider the Domane with a longer head tube.
Seat Mast Offset. That would definitely move me forward. I did not see that option. That would shorten the Reach making the 54 the Wiser choice. I will definitely look into this. I am going with the SL so as to dial in reach without having to deal with integrated handlebars. Good stuff!