TLK Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Hi everyone So I would like to know what you all think. I have just bought a new specialised epic dual suspension 29er mountain bike. I ordered the large frame, however I wonder if I should have gone for a medium?My height is 178cm and this puts me at the upper limit of a medium frame or the lower limit of the large frame So I don't know what would have been better? or did I make the right choice? Thanks
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Hi everyone So I would like to know what you all think. I have just bought a new specialised epic dual suspension 29er mountain bike. I ordered the large frame, however I wonder if I should have gone for a medium?My height is 178cm and this puts me at the upper limit of a medium frame or the lower limit of the large frame So I don't know what would have been better? or did I make the right choice? Thanks You made the right choice. If it feels a bit long when you're sitting in the saddle, get a shorter stem.
dirtypot Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 I'd say that you made the wrong choice.I'm 180 and fit the medium frame for almost all brands.Always get the smallest frame that you can fit on.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 I'd say that you made the wrong choice.I'm 180 and fit the medium frame for almost all brands.Always get the smallest frame that you can fit on.180 and ordered a Large reign. Perfect size. BTW - that "smallest size frame" thing is roadie thinking. Has no place in MTB.
Terminator Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 If there's any doubt I normally err on the small side. Particularly on 29ers - they are big bikes.
dirtypot Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 180 and ordered a Large reign. Perfect size. BTW - that "smallest size frame" thing is roadie thinking. Has no place in MTB. Ya, but you're a big 180 I can ride a large with no problems (my XTC is a large) but I'm happier on a medium - feel more connected.
TLK Posted June 9, 2015 Author Posted June 9, 2015 I test rode a medium it worked, however the saddle was almost at its limit and stem was possibly to short. This is the reason that i chose a large in the end. I am just wondering if riding a large will feel as nimble as a medium?but i know a large will probably be a more comfortable fit. Thanks for the replies so far
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Ya, but you're a big 180 I can ride a large with no problems (my XTC is a large) but I'm happier on a medium - feel more connected.and with a shorter stem, so that the measurements from saddle to handlebar are the same? And yes, I am. LOL.
fanievb Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 180 and ordered a Large reign. Perfect size. BTW - that "smallest size frame" thing is roadie thinking. Has no place in MTB. my first proper MTB (XTC2) was a small and never really felt comfortable.my current bike is a medium and I feel a lot comfier
Trackie Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Surely the shop from which you bought the bike should have advised you as to the correct size you need?
Long Wheel Base Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 my 26er GT ht is a large, fits perfect. 650b anthem is a large, feels great. 29er ht merida is also large and feels a little bit big. EDIT: i'm 182cm
Cookie88 Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Hey TLK, I am around the same height and also took delivery of my Epic earlier this year. I ended up choosing a medium. Look I'm not going to pretend to be an authority but I don't think it's a massive train smash. You can always make some adjustments at a later stage if you are feeling out of sorts in the saddle. Trust El Capitan's wise words - man knows his sh*t
Showtime Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 You bought the right size. I'm 170cm and the medium epic fits me perfectly. It's definitely better to have the larger frame with a shorter stem than the other way round. Even for road riding people don't subscribe to getting the smallest frame anymore.
Danger Dassie Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Best rule of thumb, measure your standover clearance and reach. Make your adjustments from there and you'll be sorted, more often than not.
TLK Posted June 9, 2015 Author Posted June 9, 2015 Thanks for the replies!Here is a chart showing the different sizes and what size you should pick depending on your hight. So from the chart you can see where I sit between either the large or medium.I am going for set up tomorrow and will see what they say will be best. The bike shop has been great and said if it is the wrong size I can always swop it for a medium
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 Hey TLK, I am around the same height and also took delivery of my Epic earlier this year. I ended up choosing a medium. Look I'm not going to pretend to be an authority but I don't think it's a massive train smash. You can always make some adjustments at a later stage if you are feeling out of sorts in the saddle. Trust El Capitan's wise words - man knows his sh*t Okay where do I find you and how much do you want? ;P
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.