Sizing Guide
Pashley’s cycles come in a variety of frame sizes. To select the correct frame size for you, first measure your inside leg length (from the sole of your foot to the inner top of your thigh) in inches - please note that this is a different measurement to your trouser inside leg length. Then, use the tables below to find the frame size you will need.
Frame sizes are shown in bold followed by the corresponding inside-leg length range:
Cycle |
Size 1 |
Size 2 |
Size 3 |
Size 4 |
Size 5 |
Princess / Britannia / Sonnet / Poppy |
17.5" = 27.5 - 31.5" |
20" = 30 - 34" |
22" = 32 - 36" |
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Guv'nor / Briton |
20" = 27 - 31" |
20.5" = 29 - 33.5" |
22.5" = 31 - 35.5" |
24.5" = 33 - 37.5" |
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Speed 5 |
20.5" = 29 - 33.5" |
22.5" = 31 - 35.5" |
24.5" = 33 - 37.5" |
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Roadster |
20.5" = 30 - 34.5" |
22.5" = 32 - 36.5" |
24.5" = 34 - 38.5" |
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Roadster 26 |
20" = 27 - 31" |
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Roadfinder |
48cm = 28 - 31" |
50cm = 29 - 32" |
53cm = 30.5 - 33" |
56cm = 31.5 - 34" |
59cm = 32.5 - 35" |
Pathfinder |
50cm = 29 - 32" |
53cm = 30.5 - 33" |
56cm = 31.5 - 34" |
59cm = 32.5 - 35" |
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Clubman / Countryman |
20" = 27 - 32" |
21.5" = 28.5 - 33.5" |
23" = 30 - 35" |
24.5" = 31.5 - 36.5" |
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Aurora |
18" = 27 - 31" |
20" = 30 - 34" |
22" = 33 - 37" |
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Parabike / Penny / Tube Rider |
19" = 28 - 34" |
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Pashley-Morgan |
S = 28 - 34" |
M = 30 - 36" |
L = 32 - 38" |
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Picador / Tri-1 |
15" = 25.5 - 32.5" |
17" = 27.5 - 35.5" |
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Pickle |
Child's = 17 - 20.5" |
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Robin |
Child's = 16 - 22" |
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Your inside leg length may fall in-between two frame sizes. If you are unsure which size is best for you, please feel free to call us on +44(0) 1789 292 263 (Mon-Fri, 9-5pm GMT) or email hello@pashley.co.uk and we would be happy to advise.
The frame size in inches is the distance between the centrepoint of the cycle's bottom bracket (where the pedal arm extends from) and the top of the frame's seat tube (where the seatpost enters the frame).
Saddle and Handlebar Position
All models have easy seat height adjustment, with some fore and aft movement and angle adjustment for fine tuning your riding position. The saddle should ideally sit level or be slightly tilted downwards and the height should be set so that, with the pedal at its lowest position and the ball of your foot (in normal shoes) on the pedal, your leg is very slightly bent. If you then place your heel on the pedal, your leg should be straight. On step-over frame models (e.g. the Princess) you should be able to ‘put a foot down’ when you stop, whilst on leg-over frame models (e.g. the Roadster), as they are built to a traditional pattern with a high bottom bracket, you will need to slip off the saddle when you come to a halt.
Your cycle’s handlebar can be raised and lowered, and also canted to give the most comfortable riding position. If a shorter reach is required, the handlebar stem can be reversed bringing the handlebar much closer to the rider.
Load Capacity
Due to variations in riding styles and cycle usage patterns, any stated bicycle weight limit is somewhat subjective. However, we are legally obliged to provide weight limits for our cycles; please find these in the table below:
Cycle |
Max Load (rider+luggage) in KG |
Max Load (rider+luggage) in lbs |
Princess/Britannia/Sonnet/Poppy |
110 kg |
240 lbs |
Roadster/Roadster 26 |
120 kg |
265 lbs |
Guv'nor/Speed 5/Briton |
120 kg |
265 lbs |
Penny |
110 kg |
240 lbs |
Parabike/Tube Rider |
120 kg |
265 lbs |
Aurora/Countryman/Clubman |
120 kg |
265 lbs |
Pathfinder/Roadfinder |
120 kg |
265 lbs |
Pashley-Morgan |
120 kg |
265 lbs |
Tricycle |
Max Load (rider+luggage) in KG |
Max Load (rider+luggage) in lbs |
Picador |
110kg + 25kg luggage |
220lb + 55lb luggage |
Tri 1 |
110kg + 25kg luggage |
220lb + 55lb luggage |
Pickle (child's tricycle) |
25 kg |
55 lb |
Robin (child's tricycle) |
30 kg |
66 lb |
Pashley Cycles are built to very high standards and as well as being elegant in their design, they are also extremely robust, and are rigorously stress tested. It is important to be aware that heavy riders and those who frequently carry heavy loads will place more stress on their bicycle and on its components; these riders should ensure that their bicycle is serviced at frequent intervals. Cyclists who have a good riding style and ‘ride light’ tend to place less stress on their bicycle frames and components; all cyclists are encouraged to learn these skills, not only to enhance bicycle durability and reliability, but also to improve efficiency. Ultimately, all cycles – regardless of the load they carry – should be checked and serviced regularly.
Geometry: Clubman and Countryman
COUNTRYMAN SIZES |
20" |
21.5" |
23" |
24.5" |
A - HEAD ANGLE |
71° |
72° |
72° |
72° |
B - SEAT ANGLE |
73° |
73° |
73° |
72° |
C - TOP TUBE CTRS |
540 |
555 |
570 |
590 |
D - FRONTWHEEL CTRS |
601 |
608 |
624 |
633 |
E - FORK OFFSET |
55 |
55 |
53 |
53 |
F - CHAINSTAY CTRS |
435 |
435 |
435 |
435 |
G - BB DROP |
60 |
60 |
60 |
60 |
All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated.
CLUBMAN SIZES |
20" |
21.5" |
23" |
24.5" |
A - HEAD ANGLE |
71° |
72° |
72° |
72° |
B - SEAT ANGLE |
73° |
73° |
73° |
72° |
C - TOP TUBE CTRS |
540 |
555 |
570 |
590 |
D - FRONTWHEEL CTRS |
601 |
608 |
624 |
633 |
E - FORK OFFSET |
55 |
55 |
53 |
53 |
F - CHAINSTAY CTRS |
445 |
445 |
445 |
445 |
G - BB DROP |
60 |
60 |
60 |
60 |
Geometry: Pathfinder and Roadfinder
PATHFINDER SIZES |
50cm |
53cm |
56cm |
59cm |
1 - TOP TUBE |
524 |
540 |
558 |
578 |
2 - SEAT TUBE |
500 |
530 |
557 |
583 |
3 - HEAD TUBE |
122 |
128 |
140 |
160 |
4 - CHAINSTAY |
430 |
430 |
430 |
430 |
5 - BB DROP |
68 |
68 |
68 |
68 |
6 - HEAD ANGLE |
71° |
71.5° |
71.5° |
71.5° |
7 - SEAT ANGLE |
74° |
73.5° |
73° |
73° |
8 - FORK RAKE |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
9 - WHEELBASE |
1007 |
1014 |
1028 |
1048 |
10 - REACH |
364 |
374 |
383 |
398 |
11 - STACK |
548 |
556 |
567 |
586 |
All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated.
ROADFINDER SIZES |
48cm (650c) |
50cm (650c) |
50cm (700c) |
53cm (700c) |
56cm (700c) |
59cm (700c) |
1 - TOP TUBE |
504 |
514 |
523 |
539 |
557 |
581 |
2 - SEAT TUBE |
480 |
500 |
500 |
530 |
560 |
590 |
3 - HEAD TUBE |
112 |
132 |
100 |
110 |
139 |
169 |
4 - CHAINSTAY |
385 |
385 |
418 |
418 |
418 |
418 |
5 - BB DROP |
47 |
47 |
65 |
65 |
65 |
65 |
6 - HEAD ANGLE |
71.5° |
71.5° |
72° |
72.5° |
72.5° |
72.5° |
7 - SEAT ANGLE |
74° |
74° |
74.5° |
73.5° |
73° |
73° |
8 - FORK RAKE |
45 |
45 |
45 |
45 |
45 |
45 |
9 - WHEELBASE |
939 |
950 |
985 |
988 |
1002 |
1026 |
10 - REACH |
365 |
370 |
379 |
383 |
388 |
403 |
11 - STACK |
478 |
497 |
513 |
525 |
551 |
580 |