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Buying your first bike can be a daunting task, but renowned scientist Bill Nye is here with Diamondback to provide a formula for success. The key is to measure one's ape index, which is the difference between wingspan and height. Nye goes on to say, “Famous athletes like Michael Phelps and Scotty Pippin have long reaches. It's not a bad thing.” In cycling, it just changes your sizing. Find out more about sizing from the pros over at Diamondback.
