How do you work out what bike frame you should be riding?
I am 6ft so what sort of mountain bike frame height do I need?
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1) Go to a local bike shop. They should be trained to fit you because their business depends on you being happy.
2) Any frame you might buy at a bike shop (not Walmart or Target, etc.) will be strong enough to hold you unless you weigh 400 lbs. And, most frames come with a limited lifetime replacement warranty for the original owner.
3) I am 6’7", and I ride a 23" frame. A 23" frame will be too big for a person that is just 6’0" tall.
4) Wheel size isn’t that important, but you should go for at least the standard 26" and consider a 29er or 69er. Don’t get a MTB with 24" wheels.
And, just for your information, I ride a 62 cm road bike which might be a little small for me. But, it is hard to get a standard frame as 64 cm without waiting for months.
23 inch
You should have a frame that would be able to handle your weight? Try asking at the store what they would recommend for you? Hope my answer was helpful?
I think it has something to do with measuring your inside leg…
try this site it has a guide but its a british site not sure where your from or if it makes a difference:
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_14551_productId_562154_langId_-1_categoryId_173027#Bikes03
Have a look at this guide [1] and then ask us again if you need.
depends on the manufacturer but as rule a 19 or 20 inch frame should suit you. I can’t stress enough the importance of trying before you buy, go to a good local bike shop (not a supermarket or toy shop) and they’ll be able to ensure you get the right size.
Depends on the bike.
I’d guess between 18 – 20 inch frame at your height but it also depends on your inside leg measurement.
I’m 6’1" with a 34" inside leg and I have a 20" frame.
The bike shop will help you with the correct size. You need to measure your actual inseam amd X .59 to get the correct size frame. You also want to have 2 – 4 inch of clearance when standing over the top tube. Bicycle sizes vary between manufactures so the size may vary a little and you want to get fitted for each brand.