A couple of years ago I bought a Kuota KOM. It's a large, which is the equivalent of a 56 (some say maybe even a 57). I don't like the stiffness of the Kuota, and the bike shop that's fitting me (I went there complaining about perineal pain) finally told me that I am a 54.
Prior to the Kuota, my Cannondale was a 54. Today, they loaned me a Specialized Tarmac SL 3 to ride - size 54. The owner is getting a new frame, so I can by the frame and swap components. The SL 3 is beautiful.
Most people probably think I am crazy, but my first impression is that the KOM way out climbs the SL 3. The SL 3 is plenty fast on the flats...it is a little less harsh.
The SL 3 feels too short. Is it possible that although the KOM is too big for me....it's really a better fit?
BTW...found out that a lot of my perineal pain came from old worn out chamois.
Prior to the Kuota, my Cannondale was a 54. Today, they loaned me a Specialized Tarmac SL 3 to ride - size 54. The owner is getting a new frame, so I can by the frame and swap components. The SL 3 is beautiful.
Most people probably think I am crazy, but my first impression is that the KOM way out climbs the SL 3. The SL 3 is plenty fast on the flats...it is a little less harsh.
The SL 3 feels too short. Is it possible that although the KOM is too big for me....it's really a better fit?
BTW...found out that a lot of my perineal pain came from old worn out chamois.