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Frame Size & Bike Fit Guide

ROAD
Road or racing bikes are streamlined and designed for speed and distance with light frames, drop handlebars, and narrow, high-pressure tires. The speed, distance, and efficiency of road bikes come with a price, though--road bikes aren't meant to withstand rocky trails or dirt and are not as rugged or durable as mountain bikes. If you're a serious rider, want to fast across travel long distances, and want to use cycling as a form of exercise, you'll want a road bike.

Sizing tips: Measure your inseam. Find your height and inseam in our chart. If you are in between sizes, size down for a more comfortable ride.

MOUNTAIN 

If you like to get dirty and ride the trails, you're going to want the beefed-up suspension and sturdy tires of a mountain bike. Designed for riding off-road and over rugged terrain, mountain bikes have strong, durable frames and wheels, strong brakes, low gears for hill climbing, and upright handlebars. Mountain bikes have either a front or a full--sometimes called dual--suspension built for absorbing trail shock.

Front Suspension If you're a beginner or a casual mountain biker, a front suspension mountain bike is a good choice. You can ride it on dirt roads and easy trails, but also on bike paths and paved trails. You'll benefit from the comfort and smooth ride of the front suspension but your bike won't be too bulky or aggressive for casual riding.

Full Suspension If you're a serious rider who likes to climb steep hills and rocky trails and take multiday mountain bike expeditions through the backcountry, a full-suspension mountain bike is for you. You'll benefit from the sturdiness and reliability of a full-suspension system as you come flying down rocky singletrack.

Sizing tips: Measure your inseam. Find your height and inseam in our chart. If you are in between sizes, size down for a more comfortable ride.

How to measure yourself for a bicycle?

There are two major measurements that need to be done when it comes to choosing the right frame size

  • Height of the rider.
  • Inseam length of the rider.

With these two measurements and the above sizing chart, one can get a very good estimate of the right frame size for themselves. In case you are still unsure, feel free to reach out to us and our bike specialists will be glad to assist you

 How to choose the right road bike frame size?

How to set your saddle to the correct height?

How to do a basic bike fit?