Hi all,
Interested in this frameset (or the Lexon spirit, still not sure which one to pick). Just one question:
I am currently running a Lexon reverse in size L, which fits perfectly. This is a super short frame in reach and has a very tall stack. I am 175 cm tall (5'9") with super long 86cm inseam (34") but rather mid-size to short arms. That means that the distance from BB to saddle is 76cm or so.
Now, the Lexon Riot has a significantly longer reach than Lexon reverse (3cm or so) for a shorter stack, but the top tube is comparable (i.e. you sit much more in the vertical of the bottom bracket I guess).
So I was tempted to get a M size, which is what the seller also suggests (their fitting chart also suggests a M for the Reverse btw). The problem I see, apart from having a lower handlebar position, is that I need probably a seatpost of 42+ cm to get that 76cm total saddle-BB length (assuming 10cm are inside the seat tube). These are not as common as the <=40cm posts.
I wonder if maybe it is better to get a size L and pick a super short stem? Any thoughts?