Pacific Cycle HF3305 manual Correct Frame Size

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CORRECT FRAME SIZE

When selecting a new bicycle, the correct choice of frame size is a very important safety consideration. Most full sized bicycles come in a range of frame sizes. These sizes usually refer to the distance between the center of the bottom bracket and the top of the frame seat tube.

For safe and comfortable riding there should be clearance of no less than 1 - 2 inches between

the groin area of the intended rider and the top tube of the bicycle frame, while the rider straddles the bicycle with both feet flat on the ground.

The ideal clearance will vary between types of bicycles and rider preference. This makes straddling the frame when off the saddle easier and safer in situations such as sudden traffic stops. Women can use a men’s style bicycle to determine the correct size women’s model.

The following chart and diagram will help you make the correct choice. Rider leg length refers to approximate pant inseam.

Frame Sizing Guide

PART 2 - BEFORE YOU

Approximate Rider Leg

Length

61-69cm / 24-27 inches

66-76cm / 26-30 inches

1-2in.

71-79cm / 28-31 inches

76-84cm / 30-33 inches

79-86cm / 31-34 inches

81-89cm / 32-35 Inches

86-94cm / 34-37 inches

Suggested Frame Size for

Racing/Touring Bicycle

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50cm / 19.5 inches 55cm / 21.5 inches 57cm / 22.5 inches 60cm / 23.5 Inches 63cm / 25 inches

Suggested Frame Size for Mountain or Hybrid Bicycle

37cm / 14.5 inches 43cm / 17 inches 45cm / 18 inches 50cm / 19.5 inches 52cm / 20.5 inches

53-56cm / 21-22 Inches

58-60cm / 23-23.5 inches

RIDE

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Contents Helmets Save Lives Page Please Retain your Sales Receipt As Proof of Purchase Pacificcycle ServicePage Page ? Part 6 Part PartParts Identification PA RT 1 PA RT S I D E N T I F I C AT I O N Page Monday Friday 800 a.m. 500 p.m. Central Time Tools RequiredAbout this Manual Correct Frame Size Saddle Height Riding PositionReach Handlebar Height Wheels and Tires BrakesSteering Chain AccessoriesBearings Cranks and PedalsHelmets Front Reflector Mount with Caliper Brake Assembly Fork Mount Reflector Bracket AssemblyReflectors Seat and Handlebar Mounting Reflectors Seatstay Mount Reflector Bracket AssemblyGeneral Rules Riding SafelyNight Riding Wet WeatherPedaling Technique Hill Technique Do not leave it up to trial and errorCornering Technique Rules for ChildrenOperating Principles Derailleur GearsRecommended Chainwheel/Rear Sprocket Gear Combinations Hand Grip ShiftersBelow the Bar Shifters Thumb Shifters Top MountedBicycle Care Basic MaintenanceSecurity StorageHandlebars Getting StartedHandlebar Installation Stem Installation Should be assembled on the bike alreadyTightening/Preloading Aheadset Failure to do this may cause loss of steering controlHeadtube of the Bicycle Sunken Stem Bolt SystemTop mounted thumb shifter ShiftersForks Seat and Seat Post Pedals & Crank Set Front Wheel Correct Quick Release Axle SettingFront Brake Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Link WireTouching Style Brakes Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Straddle CableBrake While holding the shoe against Check your Brakes Disc Brakes Page Rear Derailleur DerailleurFront Derailleur Dual Suspension Rear Pivots Saddle Bag Frame Bag Reflector Front Fender FendersCaliper Brake Mounting System 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting SystemScrew Mounting System Rear Fender10mm Bolt and Screw System Final Check Single Speed & BMX Seat Front Wheel Side Pull Brake Touching Pinch Bolt Straddle Cable 90o Anchor Pivot Caliper Arm Brake Adjust the balance with the spring tension adjustment screws Rear U-Brake Front U-BrakeBlake Lever Cable Installation Rotors Single Cable Casing Cable Adjuster Cable Splitter Non-Threaded Axle Peg Assembly InstructionsThreaded Option Training WheelsShape Brace Attaching Training Wheel Brace to BicycleFlat Brace Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Pads Rear Front Reflector Red White Chainguard Weekly Schedule 1 LubricationMonthly Every Six MonthsFrequency Task Reference Schedule 2 Service ChecklistTravel Tools Wheel Inspection Wheels and TiresRecommended Tire pressures Tire InspectionBead How To Fix a Flat Tire Hub Bearing AdjustmentRemove tire bead from the rim Pull tire back onto the rim Handlebar Stem Handlebars and StemDo not over tighten Grip Shifters Grip Shift InstallationDo not ride a bicycle that is not operating properly Cables and Cable HousingHeadset AdjustmentInspection Standard HeadsetLubrication Saddle and Seat PostAdjustment Brakes Adjustment Sidepull Calipers Adjustment Cantilever Calipers Tread Pedals DrivetrainNever ride with loose pedals Attachment Lubrication and AdjustmentNever ride in traffic with fully tightened toe straps Crank SET Lubrication and Adjustment One Piece Cranks To disassemble Lubrication and Adjustment Cotterless CranksCotterless Crank Removal Adjustment After Use Cotterless Crank ReplacementChain Adjustment and ReplacementFreewheel Coaster HUB Derailleur Systems Without hesitation Adjustment Rear DerailleurAdjustment Front Derailleur Reflectors Quick Release LeversBasket Assembly Miscellaneous AccessoriesProblem Possible Cause Remedy Problem Possible Cause Remedy Problem Possible Cause Remedy Wheel Quick Release Adjusting the quick release mechanismFront Wheel Secondary Retention Devices 100 101 Removing and Installing Bolt-On WheelsSeatpost Quick Release Adjusting the quick release mechanism102 How brakes work 103Why all those gears? Adjusting your brakesShifting 104Shifting a derailleur drivetrain 105Shifting the Rear Derailleur 106107 Toeclips & StrapsTires and Tubes Clipless step-in pedals108 TiresTire Valves 109110 Bicycle SuspensionSerial Number Location 111112 Limited Warranty