bike size

jeffers696
jeffers696 Posts: 328
edited December 2007 in MTB beginners
Hi,
Just wondering what size frames you use for different kind of riding?

I have a 22.5inch trek (I am 6'6) but I am finding it difficult to get it air bound cos of the weight and stuff. Wondering in general a large frame is harder to do tricks and stuff with?

Paul
Specailized Enduro 08 - Beast
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Comments

  • Andy B
    Andy B Posts: 8,115
    Larger frames are a lot harder to get airborne, not because of the weight, but the way in which you jump.

    I have found that (as a rough guide) your inside leg measurement minus 14" gives you a good frame size for most riding, I'm a 32" leg & ride 17 & 18" frames. For jump/DH & FR go a little smaller & for XC go a little bigger.

    No substitute for trying a bike for size though.
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