Racingsnail Posted June 3, 2010 Share I am about 175cm and weigh 78kgs...what size mtb should I use?Medium or small.Is there a clear cut size, or is it dependent on the manufacturer?Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewie911 Posted June 3, 2010 Share You can take a medium or you could get away with a large Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NielC Posted June 3, 2010 Share I am 176 and have a large frame. I have a very short stem(?) and the bike set up is 100%! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racingsnail Posted June 3, 2010 Share Is there a benefit to a larger bike? No way I am adjusting my stem though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racingsnail Posted June 3, 2010 Share Or is there a benefit to a smaller one? Is a smaller bike easier to handle in technical stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewie911 Posted June 3, 2010 Share They may handle easier, but they are also lighter. Why don't you want to adjust your stem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VincentBikes Posted June 3, 2010 Share Go to www.ebicycles.com you will find some usefull charts and measurement tools to make it easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountain_lion Posted June 3, 2010 Share I am 1.7m.Medium and Small from most manufacturers fit me. Large is too big. I normally prefer the small with a long seat post. Smaller frame is easier to handle (and lighter). I agree that you should first try to get the frame size right, but it is often still necessary to change the stem length to get the set-up just right.Why do you insist that the factory fitted stem is best for you?It was specified by someone who has never even seen you on the bike; how would he know? mountain_lion2010-06-03 14:43:07 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted June 3, 2010 Share Thanks for that link Felt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racingsnail Posted June 4, 2010 Share No guys sorry my "chirp" about the stem was not bike related!I am not fussy about changing stems/seatposts etc, just looking for ideas. If I walk into a bike shop the sales guy will just say medium...without looking at brands or makes and got me thinking.My thinking is that a smaller bike should be easier to handle and slightly lighter but then you hear that Burry rides a large and he is no giant.Felt thanks for the link, says I should look at 17inch frame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickdraw Posted June 4, 2010 Share I'm about 175cm and always seem to find a 17" fits best. I would not go more than 18" unless you are way out of proportion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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