Hello all,
I’m interested in the new 2026 Cervélo Caledonia (not Caledonia-5), but I’m torn between size 56 and 58. I test-rode both today and would love some expert eyes on my fit.
My measurements:
Height: 183.0 cm (6'0")
Inseam: 87.9 cm (34.6")
Sternal Notch Height: 152.3 cm
Arm Length: 59.7 cm
Weight: 90 kg (198 lbs)
My Body Type: I have relatively long legs for my height and a shorter torso/reach.
My Experience today:
Size 56: This felt good from the get-go, but also a bit small compared to the Canyon Endurace AllRoad in size M that I currently ride. Because of my longer legs, the saddle height is quite high, creating a significant drop to the bars.
Size 58: It felt a bit wide and more upright. Usually upright should be a good thing, but shoulders felt tense. The handlebars felt way too wide.
My Goal: I want to ride around 1,000 – 3,000 km per year, mostly for endurance/touring and fitness. I’m not racing.
I have attached photos of me on both bikes – on the 58 (brown) and on the 56 (green).
Questions for the community:
Looking at the photos, which size looks more proportional?
For a "long legs / short torso" build, would you recommend the 56 with all spacers or the 58 with a shorter stem?
Anyone with similar measurements riding a Caledonia?
Thanks for the help!
by C7sharp9
30 Comments
why not invest some of your cooking show money into a bike fit?
I’d say go for the 58 and get a bike fit.
I don’t know shit about bike fit but you look cramped on the 56 to me
You can make a smaller bike act bigger. You can’t make a bigger bike act smaller.
You say you’re long legs short torso… Go for the smaller bike.
If I visualize you in more of a tucked position, it looks like your elbows might contact your knees on the 56. If it were me, I would go for the 58.
Similar build, slightly shorter legs though. Go with the 58
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Usually, long legs/short torso means size down if between sizes.
I am also a member of the 57 club. I usually go 56 with longer stem. I’d get a fit done to verify.
This post told me everything I want to know about my bike fit, because even though I outweigh you by a healthy beagle dog, we are the same exact size, so I’m glad to ride my 56. I don’t want to be that stretched out.
If only there was a place to speak to experts that sells bikes.
58 like they said your not a new pro on tren take what fits no body’s
Both bikes could work. I’m about your height and I ride a 56.
It kind of depends on where your legs (and presumably arms) are long. If they’re long in the femur, I would say go with the 56. The reason is you’ll have to set the saddle back farther, and the shorter top tube of the 56 will keep the reach within range. You can flip the stem to get the bars a bit higher for comfort.
If you’re just kind of evenly long legged (and again presumably long in the arm department as well) in a balanced way, the 58 might be a better bet. You can get a narrower bar if that’s what you prefer.
Bro, if you’re buying a bike this nice then you should get a fit BEFORE purchase. Don’t waste your time on reddit, people don’t know shit. Just get a bike fit from a reputable professional who can compare your ideal geometry with the Caledonia and other endurance bikes and tell you what size you need.
Also, if you already have a Canyon endurance why not look at the Caledonia-5? Otherwise you’re sort of moving sideways. I ride a Soloist and find it very comfortable, too.
the same position needs to be shown, approx 6/12 is good, not 3/9 imho
that said, the second fit looks better
I am 6’ and ride a 56 and I cannot imagine riding a 58. I was reading other posts of taller people going down to a 56 because the 58 was too big for them.
Always go with the smaller bike! you can make a smaller bike larger, you can’t make a larger bike smaller. I’m 1” shorter than you and ride a 54”!
Pic 1 fits better. Your form could use work. As you get more comfortable on the bike, bike one will let you wriggle around more. It will also help you keep your nose out of the wind when you want
Across the board, a bigger frame will almost always held a more relaxed fit, however we have less adjustment (there’s more space to go out and down than in and up).
A smaller frame will be more versatile (eg. longer and lower is easy), but you cannot get as upright since the head tube is shorter.
If you are like me, and do not race, and are not getting more flexible, I’d get the 58, with a shorter stem and narrower bars, drop it down a spacer or two but DO NOT CUT THE STEERER. The bike can grow with you.
If you don’t plan to have this bike for more than 5ish years, and you’re getting more fit/really staying on top of the gym and yoga and such, do the 56.
I’m pretty much your exact same proportions and although I sometimes like the stretched out feel of a 58; my shoulders, neck, arms, and hands have felt more relaxed on a 56.
Bile fit What if we did, for example?
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First frame is too small and you look uncomfortable on both. Do you have the fitness to support this riding position? This is a question not a judgement. Otherwise both bikes may not be ideal
The 56 is too small.
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Don’t forget about shorter cranks
I thought you were already a n acid cyclist?
