In that case, I apologize for using the term Oriental. It was not my
intention to insult anyone...
And, about most frames being made in China, you're right of course.
But, they're made for various markets around the world. Perhaps the
ones we're purchasing online are made for the "local market," and are
sized differently?
That was my point.
-- Chuck Knight
On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 4:28 AM, Easter Cat <[email protected]> wrote:
> With some exceptions, most of the frames are made in China--including
> the ones you get at brick and mortar stores.
> FYI: The Orient is neither a continent nor a country. Also, oriental
> is offensive.
>
> Esther
>
> On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 10:01, Chuck Knight <[email protected]> wrote:
>> As you mentioned, they're *Chinese* frames. It could also be a
>> localized thing...most Chinese are of smaller stature than
>> Europeans/Americans. The smaller sizes could be a better proportion
>> for smaller people?
>>
>> I'm relatively short (5'8") for a Texan, but am fairly average for an
>> American. By many Oriental standards, I'd be considered quite tall.
>
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