How Do You Choose A Mountain Bike Frame Size?
A mountain bike is a fun way to explore the outdoors or to get some exercise. In order to prevent injury, you will need to ride a mountain bike that fits you correctly. Choosing a mountain bike frame size is relatively easy and will give you a good starting point when choosing a bike. After you choose the correct frame size for your body, you can begin making additional adjustments to the seat and handlebars to ensure a correct and custom fit. Adjusting the other parts of the bike is a separate process, and cannot be started until you choose the correct mountain bike frame size for your body. Measure your inseam in centimeters to determine your standover height. To measure your inseam, stand up straight, without shoes and use a measuring tape to measure from the highest part of your groin to the floor. This will be your inseam measurement. Multiply your inseam measurement by .65 using a calculator or paper and pencil. For example, if your inseam is 79 inches, you would multiply 79 by .
