Bike Sizing

In order to get the right bike for you we need your exact height in centimeters or inches as well as your inseam measurement. If you have a bike at home, get it measured at your local bike shop and send that info along too. We can do minor modifications to our bikes free of charge, but any major modifications that are more involved, the charges are passed on to you, and they can add up rapidly.

So, with that in mind, we cannot duplicate the dimensions of your own bike in Toledo, but we will do our absolute best to get a bike that fits you.

Your height is:

155cms - 170cms (61 inches - 67 inches) = Small Frame

168cms - 180cms (66 inches - 71 inches) = Medium Frame

178cms - 188cms (70 inches - 74 inches) = Large Frame

188cms ++ (74 inches or more) = Extra Large Frame 

If your height is right on the limit of a frame change (e.g. 169cms), what size of bike should you order? Well, a small frame can be stretched out a little, but a medium frame cannot be shrunk that much. It also depends on your inseam and arm length. Stubby legs (sorry) probably need a smaller frame.

Very important. We will need your accurate inseam measurement when you are filling out the pre-trip questionnaire. See below.

Measuring Your Inseam for your Bike Trip
The most important measurement when sizing a bicycle is your inseam length - essentially the inside length of your leg from crotch to floor. Since this is the primary measure used to calculate your best bike size, do not base your inseam simply on your jeans measurement. You need to be far more precise.

Here's how to do it:

  • Open a bottle of nice wine and pour a glass.

  • Stand with your back against a wall.

  • Have sip.

  • Spread your shoe-less feet hip-width apart on a hard, smooth surface.

  • Have another sip.

  • Place a hard cover book between your legs and up against the wall, book spine up; raise it until snug against your crotch.

  • Have another person measure from the top of the book spine down to the floor.

  • Repeat 2 or 3 times until you are satisfied that you have an accurate measurement.

  • Finish the bottle. Enter these details in the pre-trip questionnaire.

  • Job done.

There are plenty of instructional videos on YouTube if you need additional help.