Mountain Bike Size Chart & Fit Guide Calgary & Okotoks Bike Shops

Older mountain bikes used seat tube length, or the vertical distance from the bottom bracket up to the seat post clamp. Check out our mountain bike size chart or the sizing tools on a brand’s website to determine the correct size for you. Many bike manufacturers have moved away from gender-specific designs and, instead, offer their bikes in a variety of sizes to fit any rider.

MTB frame designs today have quite low standover heights, so it’s never a worry that it’ll be difficult to swing your leg over the frame to mount the bike or that you won’t be able to comfortably straddle the frame. That said, always check you have enough clearance to allow for quick and safe dismounts. Bike manufacturers like Trek and Giant have realized that matching smaller wheels to smaller frames can make for a better overall fit. Trek’s Smart Wheel Size approach pairs 29” wheels with M, L, and XL frames and puts 27.5” wheels on XS and S frame sizes.

Keep reading to learn about mountain bike geometry and what to do if you are stuck between two sizes. There are so many bike shapes, sizes, and designs available, so head over to our catalog to shop all mountain bikes. In mid-1968, Huffman released the Flaming Stack chain guard, which was designed to look like the distinctive side exhaust pipe covers on the Corvette sports car.

The disadvantage of big wheels is that they can be less agile and responsive while turning or executing quick maneuvers. If you favor an aggressive riding position and a more stable feel, choose a larger frame for huffy bikes a longer wheelbase and roomier cockpit. If you prefer nimble handling and a more relaxed position, you can choose a smaller size. In 1966, Huffman introduced a new long-wheelbase bicycle frame called the Rail.

Bigger wheels will roll easier over obstacles than smaller wheels and can maintain higher speeds on rough terrain. The main wheel sizes available on mountain bikes are 26”, 27.5” and 29”. Choosing the right wheel diameter for you can help narrow down your search and help you find the perfect bike to fit your needs. This chart is a great starting point, but isn’t always the definitive answer due to varying frame geometry and riders having unique proportions.

We believe in offering the very best value, quality, and selection. Refunds are issued to the original form of payment, unless returned in store where some exclusions may apply. Refunds are issued to huffy bikes the original form of payment unless returned in-store where some exclusions may apply. Any adult can ride a mountain bike with 29” wheels, but 29ers are the ideal choice for taller riders over 5’7”.

The amount you can expect to receive in store credit when trading in your bike with a dealer. The end of the Superia came when things were starting to (literally) fall apart. The pedals, which were made of cheap plastic to begin with, finally cracked and broke to pieces while riding. I rode the Superia without pedals huffy bikes (just with the rod that would’ve connected the pedal to the crankshaft) for some time, but I found that wore out my shoes (and feet) in quick succession. Curacao’s Price Beat Guaranteeensures that you are always getting the best deal on any item sold in our store or online, even after you’ve made your purchase.

For that reason, most brands don’t provide a women’s mountain bike size chart. The mountain bike frame size chart above works well for all types of riders regardless of gender or height. In the event you wish to send a product back to us, you mayreturn most unused items for a refund or exchange, minus shipping, within 90 daysfrom the date of purchase unless noted below underexceptions and exclusions. If you find yourself between sizes on mountain bike size charts, additional metrics and rider preferences can help you figure out your perfect size.

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