Wow! What a difference.

[steveindenmark]

Sounds like the bike might have been too big to start with, but good to find a simple fix

You would think that was the problem, but I also found out this week that it not the case. I changed my 90mm stem for a 60mm and I also notice the difference. It just ssits you up a bit, which sets your weight back to the saddle. I would imagine a lot of riders would ot like the position on a road bike, but I am not a racer and it suits me.

The bike in every other respect is excellent for me and so its not too big. We all have different riding positions and you need to really fine tune it. To get it right. A couple of mm here and there can make all the difference.

 

[Lochen]

According to the label, it's seat tube length, or more accurately, 'effective seat tube' length.
Definitely for 6'3 to 6'5

 

[Dayvo]

You are the same height as me and I ride 58 cm bikes which look bigger than your 62 cm one - how odd!

Same here. I bought my CAAD 10 with a 90 cm stem, but the fitter said I needed a 60. Works for me.

 

[lpretro1]

Be careful as your steering will be well twitchy with a 60mm stem compared to 110mm

 

[bonsaibilly]

I have often wondered about that as I always ride with my weight on both hands. Maybe I should shorten the stem on my bikes too.

You should strengthen your core body muscles then you'll be able to support yourself better.

 

[bonsaibilly]

Be careful as your steering will be well twitchy with a 60mm stem compared to 110mm

Yes, but they'll have more weight on the rear of their bike so a) it'll be more stable at the back and b) the effect of steering will be less heavy.

 

[Lochen]

The bike is actually better regards steering. Especially if I have to take a hand off the bar, as I'm not over reaching and am better balanced.