Pls recommend a trail hardtail for someone v tall

kaunatis

Hello folks,
My question is pretty much all in the title- I'm after a capable hardtail and I need an XXL frame as I'm 6'8. And I'm struggling to find one!
I sat on a Giant Fathom in XL and it felt tiny.
Kona Honzo ESD in XL is a bit bigger but I understand the measurements are different because of a bit different type of geometry rather than it being made for a taller person? Or is there a chance it'd actually fit me?
Any other bikes come to mind that have bigger sizes?
Cheers

emanresu

Trek and specialized make xxl frames, I'm sure other brands will too

singleton

XL versus XXL may not give you what you need.

E.g. An XXL Specialized rockhopper or trek marlin might have a longer seat tube to get the saddle higher, but it might also feel more cramped than an XL Kona Honzo or Whyte 529 due to the different style of bike and hence different geometry.

Might be worth looking at the Whyte 529/629.

If you can't physically try bikes then you'll need to buy off geometry and measurements. Sites like geometrygeeks allow you to compare different bikes - but it will help if you know what you want.

MattFalle

or get something made especially for you so its perfect and not some random thing with a massive seatpost, looooong stem and handles like a shed/looks pump.