Hello
@randyhat and Vado SL users. First post from a prospective buyer.
I'm considering a Vado SL 5 and currently ride a Cannondale Quick Carbon 1 from 2015. The frame geometry of this is not on Bike Insights. I've carefully measured all the relevant dimensions and compared the XL frame sizes (I'm 6' 1" or 186 cm tall). Most are broadly comparable - the stepover is identical and the wheelbase is within 2 cm (SL slightly longer).
However, the stack measurement is out by 70 mm (longer in SL). Stack is vertical line from BB to horizontal line from headset. This doesn't make sense considering how similar the rest of the frame appears to be. Reach is ver similar between two frames.
I have no way of trying the bike and have to order by mail (I live very remotely, probably 1000 miles roundtrip to nearest bike shop with stock).
Two questions:
- Is my interpretation of frame sizes correct - should I be surprised if stack is different even if other dimensions are the same?
- Is XL appropriate for a rider of my height? I'm right on the boundary between L and XL. Cannondale Quick in L was too small.
- Can the mudguards / rack from the SL EQ be removed without a problem for balmy summer rides?
OK, that was three .... sorry
Thank you from Scotland where it's currently raining ... but still looks beautiful.
David