Bianchi Sprint sizing help (50 vs 53)
Hi everyone,
I’m planning to buy a Bianchi Sprint, but since I’ll be ordering online I have to rely on sizing charts and I’m a bit stuck between size 50 and 53.
My measurements:
Height: 172 cm
Inseam: ~75–78 cm (not 100% precise, but around this range)
Body type: relatively short legs / compact proportions (I’m East Asian, so I often find “standard charts” a bit misleading)
Flexibility: good (I’ve been training consistently, so I’m comfortable in a more aggressive position)
On paper, I fall right between sizes 50 and 53 depending on the chart. Some suggest 50, others lean 53.
My concern is mainly reach and overall fit – I’d rather avoid being too stretched out and having to compensate with a very short stem if possible, but I also don’t want the bike to feel cramped.
If anyone has experience with the Sprint geometry (especially around this height range), I’d really appreciate your input on which direction makes more sense: 50 or 53.
Thanks a lot in advance.