Dear all!
I'm interested in a Brompton and need some advise in the sizing.
I tested a G-Line and for me (192 cm, 92 cm inseam) it is L by far. Mostly because of the increased reach, it felt like sitting on a "full sized" bike.
The seatpost of M was just long enough, so telescopic is optional (but maybe more practical). This is backed up by this geometry chart: Large reach seems good for me, I'd even take some more.
I'm unsure if I need or want disc brakes, 20inch tires and larger fold. Why there is no similar chart for the P-line?
I found those 2 videos, that are contradicting:
Brompton Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0ciDqOKDK8
Description (corrected) says:
Reach
C Low: 42.5 cm (17.5 in)
C Mid: 45 cm (18 in) (?!?!)
C High: 42cm (17 in)
Stack
C Low: 59cm (23 in)
C Mid: 57cm (22 in) +12cm handlebar rise
C High: 85cm (26 in) + 12cm handlebar rise
Reach measurement differs largely from this videos chart (S having the most reach here):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=DeW6FUyZL8E&t=277s
Is there an official chart for the C-Line or P-Line? If so: Where?
I have the impression: S-Stem with M-Handlebar slightly tilted forwards could be the best solution for me. But I'd like to see the numbers behind and not comparing pictures. Also it could be hard to test-drive, since its not a default setup.
by baumhausius
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Okay let’s back track a little, what do you want a Brompton for? What terrain will you be taking it on etc…. as to geometry charts Brompton for a few reasons I won’t get into have a severe reluctance to publish geometry information there is one available online I’ll see if I can find it and edit this message accordingly if I can.