I've watched a few videos on this subject, including the 'Joy of Bike' one. I wish I was aware of it all before buying my bike, based on rider height, just a number of months ago. I've been getting that niggling pain in the lower back-of-the-neck area, due to a low stack and slightly long reach. It'll really suck that I'll have to sacrifice a good grand or so, on a bike that's still new; and that's if it even manages to sell, but at least I'll know for the future. It's unforutnate that Bike fits weren't available at the time due to COVID restrictions. Thanks for sharing another perspective on RAD.
I am 5’4” tall, lol. 😁😂 I bought a 2019 Stumpjumper Alloy S-2 and after riding it for a while something felt off. I determined the bike ran a little big for my taste. I bought a 2023 Stumpjumper Alloy in size S-1 and believe it will be a much better fit. Would love to see an in-depth video on how to setup the rear shock and front shock in this ride series. By the way great video and nice bike. 🫵
@@AndrewScheier and how do I know the appropriate reach? I've been trying to study this for the past few days. I want to buy a bike, yet the models I'm interested in are only available online..
Most bike companies have a chart recommending the size of bike base on your height. If you’re like me I’m between sizes (med/large) with most brands. I tend to size up because I want more of a stable bike at speed. Thus a longer reach. I’m 5’11” and prefer a reach around 475mm.
@@AndrewScheier Thanks for the reply! But this is where it gets confusing! Yes, I am between sizes like yourself (5 ft 11), and if I go by manufacturer's recommendations, I am offered a reach of 435 (Canyon Grand Canyon 9), 425 (Cube Reaction Pro) etc. This is nowhere near 475. or 450/460 I saw some other people on youtube recommending me. Yet I do feel you guys are right, because I did sit on some of the smaller recommended bikes and I never felt right while on them! I look like a clown on a small bike, with my longer than average legs. I am also unexperienced regarding MTB fit, as I only had a bike when I was a kid and that's it. See, it's a struggle...
