|   how to measure a FS bike | mtbvisitor01
Nov 25, 2003 5:13 PM | | hi, what's the correct way to measure a full suspension mountian bike. and what's the correct way for any others, HT's, etc. i'm looking for a measurement like 18, 19.5, 20, etc. thanks! |
| re: how to measure a FS bike | mtbvisitor01
Nov 25, 2003 5:14 PM | | sorry for the double post, by the way... my spyware programs are screwing up my browser... |
| re: how to measure a FS bike | race frehley
Nov 25, 2003 7:14 PM | | Unfortunately each company seems to have their own take on the various sizes. Generally, the number given is the length in inches from the center of the bottom bracket to the top of the seat tube (referred to as center-top). Some however, give the length from the center of the b/b to the center of the junction of the seat tube and top tube. Others dispense with the numbers altogether and have XS, S, M, L, and XL.
Probably the most important dimension of a bike as it relates to fit is the "effective" (horizontal) length of of the top tube, yet this number is never used to describe frame size.
As for FS vs. hardtail, the sizing is similar i.e. it's not like a road vs. mt bike where you would use different sizes for each.
Some links-
http://www.wrenchscience.com click on the "sizing system" link on the right side of the screen.
http://www.coloradocyclist.com/bikefit/
http://www.zinncycles.com/FitIntro.aspx |
| By test riding it. If it fits, that's the right size. | pimpbot
Nov 25, 2003 8:48 PM | | There are no standards for how mt bikes are measured. I ride a 19.5" Giant Yukon hardtail and a 16" K2 Razorback full gushy, and apart from standover height (which is not that important as long as you have enough) they are the same size. I've tried out a Giant NRS and the 18" fit me best, but the 17" Jamis Dakar fit me as well.
Go to your LBS to size every bike you think you may like/can afford/fits your needs and go from there. |
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