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23-07.-2007, 07:57 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Devon, UK
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Question on getting a Bianchi Via Nirone (fitting).
Hi all, I am on the verge of getting a Bianchi Via Nirone from a LBS here in Devon, England. I have worked out a great deal on all the accessories which will save me a lot and I am satisfied that I will receive good service from this shop for the duration of my custom there. It will be an Ultrega/105 mix with FSA cranks and they are giving me a wheel upgrade for free! Mavic Open Pro something or other rims, DT spokes and a hub I don't remember the name of.
 I am waiting for them to locate and have imported for me, the frame size in the colour I want (impression of what it will look like). Here arises my fitting related question. After sitting on a 57cm frame and while stationary, holding the hoods, I was told that because I can partially see the front wheel hub on the inside of the handlebars (ie. nearest me), a 55cm would be better. The stem was 120mm I think. I am sorry I can't be more sure on that. I am 5"10, my trousers inseam is ussually 31 (33 is a little long, 32 would be perfect). From reading the recent threads I have found on fitting, I believe I learnt that my true inseam (end of my foot to the pelvic bone) is likely trouser inseam + 2. The fit all seems right and when it arrives, I will of course go for an extended test ride to be sure. Has any one any thoughts on the specificalities of fitting on a Bianchi? This will be my first modern road bike and I am still learning alot so please humour and educate me if I have any misconceptions on this.
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23-07.-2007, 08:24 PM
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Location: Australia
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Re: Question on getting a Bianchi Via Nirone (fitting).
Hi DPR,
your bike sounds nice - according to my calculations you are about 175cm with an inseam of around 80cm (I might be a little off though). But, yes I would say the 55cm, maybe even a 53cm???? |
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26-07.-2007, 12:48 PM
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Location: Melbourne, Australia
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Re: Question on getting a Bianchi Via Nirone (fitting).
janiejones i think your on to it... i'm 177cm and i was riding a 55cm 928luna, and that was the perfect size, so i would say the 55 is going to suit you just fine..
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26-07.-2007, 11:43 PM
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Re: Question on getting a Bianchi Via Nirone (fitting).
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 if you have those dimensions, 54 aluminium would be best |
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27-07.-2007, 06:34 AM
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Location: Devon, UK
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Re: Question on getting a Bianchi Via Nirone (fitting).
My size is being shipped to my LBS next Friday. I don't know how I am going to entertain myself and keep from wearing out the carpet pacing in anticipation!
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