CX bike for the smaller among us?

[too_many_cats]

Hey ladies and friends of ladies,

Does anyone have any experience buying a cross bike as / for a smaller person? I'm 5'2" and I'd like to get a cross bike, but my cursory glance at the options don't look too good beyond the WSD bikes. Anyone have experiences to share or advice?

Thanks!

[Lindsay Rodkey]

What brands have you looked at?  I think most brands have a 48cm and sometimes a 44cm option these days.  I'm 5'4" with short legs and ride an extra small Giant TCX w.  As much as I love Giant, I have to say their women's CX bikes are built on the long legs/short torso stereotype, so the stand-over height is disproportionately high, and the XS still feels a bit too tall.