DieselnDust Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 All the set back post is doing is altering the effective seat tube angle for you.There isn't a rule to these things. If you opt for a bigger size frame (XL) then you may need to move the saddle forward and shorten the stem to keep your reach the same. Is the 25mm set back post creating problems for you physically?
DieselnDust Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 the furthur forward I go the more my back hurts or is that because I need a longer stem then? You will need a longer stem. Nothing wrong with that
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 You will need a longer stem. Nothing wrong with that*up to a point. At which point you should get a bigger frame.
Quagga Posted February 5, 2019 Author Posted February 5, 2019 Back and core work for you then.... What length stem do you have ATM tho? I'd say that on an epic your range should be between 40&80 max (up from my 60/70 max for trail bikes cos it's an xc weapon)HAHA I wish, due to car accident years ago I had disctectomy l5/S1 to I am as flexible as a carboon seatpost Atm I have a 110mm stem on Epic 2015 Large
Quagga Posted February 5, 2019 Author Posted February 5, 2019 All the set back post is doing is altering the effective seat tube angle for you.There isn't a rule to these things. If you opt for a bigger size frame (XL) then you may need to move the saddle forward and shorten the stem to keep your reach the same. Is the 25mm set back post creating problems for you physically?No but I want to run a dropper and can not get one with setback and longer than 100mm
DieselnDust Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 No but I want to run a dropper and can not get one with setback and longer than 100mm Ok I understand. Yes a dropper with set back is going to create a lot of wear on the front and back of the shaft. How far back is the saddle mounted on the post craddle? Maybe post a side pic of the bike?
Quagga Posted February 5, 2019 Author Posted February 5, 2019 Ok I understand. Yes a dropper with set back is going to create a lot of wear on the front and back of the shaft. How far back is the saddle mounted on the post craddle? Maybe post a side pic of the bike?Here you go
DieselnDust Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 Ok Thanks. Hate to be the bearer of bad news but I personally think that bike is too small for you. Clues: 1) saddle is in the centre of the rails whilst set back is 25mm2) is that a 100mm or 110mm stem?3) bar is angled upward reducing the back sweep and thus lengthening the cockpit. handlebar height is probably ok but stem can be flipped to reduce the spacers needed but you will likely need a stem 1cm longer to compensate for the shortening of the reach. I would not fit a dropper to the bike in current configuration.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 Ok Thanks. Hate to be the bearer of bad news but I personally think that bike is too small for you. Clues: 1) saddle is in the centre of the rails whilst set back is 25mm2) is that a 100mm or 110mm stem?3) bar is angled upward reducing the back sweep and thus lengthening the cockpit. handlebar height is probably ok but stem can be flipped to reduce the spacers needed but you will likely need a stem 1cm longer to compensate for the shortening of the reach. I would not fit a dropper to the bike in current configuration.100% agreed, apart from teh no dropper. Quagga, your bike is too small for you. End of story. Size up to the XL and play with the saddle position and stem length. Don't go longer than you currently have, I'd recommend going shorter. From teh pics, it doesn't look as if you NEED a 25mm set-back, as your rails aren't yet at the max rearward position. You could get away with a normal dropper, or one with a slight set-back on the top, but it may not be necessary. What IS necessary is getting you a longer bike. Longer reach and top tube measurements will benefit you massively.
Quagga Posted February 5, 2019 Author Posted February 5, 2019 Thanks VERY much, XL new bike it is then! That stem is 110mm Will be looking at XL from now on.
DieselnDust Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 100% agreed, apart from teh no dropper. Quagga, your bike is too small for you. End of story. Size up to the XL and play with the saddle position and stem length. Don't go longer than you currently have, I'd recommend going shorter. From teh pics, it doesn't look as if you NEED a 25mm set-back, as your rails aren't yet at the max rearward position. You could get away with a normal dropper, or one with a slight set-back on the top, but it may not be necessary. What IS necessary is getting you a longer bike. Longer reach and top tube measurements will benefit you massively. Only reason I;m not in favour of a dropper is that its a 27.2mm seat post and with the amount of leverage on it it's going to wear out very quickly
Headshot Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 Only reason I;m not in favour of a dropper is that its a 27.2mm seat post and with the amount of leverage on it it's going to wear out very quicklyThe new Epics have a fatter seat tube and run 30.9 posts now I believe. OP, check out the Epic Evo which comes with a dropper and a bit more fork for the rough stuff.
Quagga Posted February 5, 2019 Author Posted February 5, 2019 Only reason I;m not in favour of a dropper is that its a 27.2mm seat post and with the amount of leverage on it it's going to wear out very quicklyLooking at new frame
Quagga Posted February 5, 2019 Author Posted February 5, 2019 The new Epics have a fatter seat tube and run 30.9 posts now I believe. OP, check out the Epic Evo which comes with a dropper and a bit more fork for the rough stuff.Rode that bike and could not walk for 2 days after due to the TT feeling cramped. Back tighten up
Quagga Posted February 5, 2019 Author Posted February 5, 2019 What I dont understand, Canyon states that I am smack in the middle of large My Seat height as Per A = 795 and I am 185 Tall.
DieselnDust Posted February 5, 2019 Posted February 5, 2019 Looking at new framePerfect, hopefully with a 30.9 or 31.6 mm ID seat tube
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