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About to get a Scott Speedster 20 through cycles to work, but a little uncertain on the size I need.
I'm 6foot with a 32"inside leg and this will be my first road bike ever! According to Scott's site, I'd take a Large, however....a local bikeshop was insisting I need an XL (and they just happened to have a 2013 XL Speedster in stock!).
There's no where close to try one plus I've got to go via Halfords - hence I need to know Large should be the right size to go for....or not.
not sure what size in cm those relate to but I got one of those cheap Scott Road bikes recently and went for a 56cm - I'm about an inch taller than you but with same inside leg. I'm very pleased with the fit.
If they have an XL in stock then ask for a test ride, though, easiest way to see what the fit is that way?
Guy in work bought a Speedster he is around 6' 3", he got an XL.....its a big bike!
I'm the same height as you, similar inseam and ride a 56. I can see an xl being a good fit at all.
Scotts size chart shows xl as 185cm plus.. You're under that.
Did they justify their size recommendation?
Large relates to a 56cm, BearBack has it right, xl would be like a gate!
XL was like a gate (and they wouldn't let me test ride it - only sit on it)!!!
Pretty sure Large is the size. Thanks for the replies.