Frame suggestions

Adamgt

Hi there. I've decided on a build project to build a MTB for my wife before next spring. Why so long you say? Well we've just had our second child and realistically she won't have the time, or energy, to get out on a bike until then, which is also around about the time our new son will be big enough to go in the child seat and come with us too. Anyway, I promised her a new bike when the time comes so rather than waiting and then forking out a lump sum next year, I thought I would give myself a project and slowly build a bike up and spread the cost.

A few years back when we both used to go out on the trails, she had a Trek 4500 wsd. She loved it because the sizing was perfect for her so would like something that fits her well again. With that in mind I'm looking for a frame that is suitable. Women's specific frames are not high on the list, mainly because there isn't many but also because a standard frame will do as long as the measurements are suitable.

So, what frames can everyone recommend? She is 5ft 4" with average proportions. Her old Trek was a 16" but I've seen a massive difference in sizing depending on the frames. I looked at the on-one inbred, scandal etc, but they all state they have xc geometry with longer top tubes. I'm looking for frames with shorter top tubes really, any recommendations? Looking at around £200 but possibly slightly more if its the right one.

I'll keep posting about the build when it gets going if anyone is interested.

Thanks,
Adam

supersonic

I'd look up the geometry of the old frame and see if you find anything close. Bit of reasearch required I am afraid at this stage!