Are there any 6' tall EX owners out there, if so, what size frame are you riding?
FWIW, I'm 34" inside leg (oo-er missus and all that).
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Trek EX sizing?
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Posted 2 years ago #
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I'm 6ft1, 34" inside leg and ride a 2009 19.5" EX. I was alittle sceptical about the sizing even after test riding a bike as I prefer smaller frames coming from a 4x/dh background. However I've found it ideal with a shorter stem. Even feels comfortable for the odd jumpy stuff...
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I am 6'2" with a 2009 19.5" frame. I also have put on a shorter (70mm) stem and find it just right. They do come up long in the top tube but I realy like mine as it is now set up and would recommend it
A friend of mine is 6" and also rides a 19.5"- he also likes the longer cockpit haveing ridden mine a few times and tried an 18.5" as a demo. Best thing is to try and get a ride I would say.Posted 2 years ago # -
This thread has a few responses that may help...
FWIW I'm 5'9" and went with a 18.5" EX8
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I'm 6', and 32" inside leg and have a 18.5 EX. Though I'm using a lay back seat post to help get the length right, So the 19.5 could have been better for me. Worth giving them a test if you can.
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Thanks for the replies. I'd got a bit confused over the actual and virtual frame sizes, so I'm glad I asked. Think I'll probably try an get a ride on a 18.5 and 19.5 to compare.
p.s. glad to hear that changing to shorter stem suits the bike. Thought the standard one looks a bit long - & personally, if I'm between sizes, I normally prefer larger frame and shorter stem.
p.p.s. nice 'action photo' btw
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I'm 5'11'' and have an 18.5 which is perfect for me. I took a demo out for a weekend and it helped me decide as I was plumping for a 19.5.
I hope that helps!
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5'10" and 18.5" is spot on!
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Well, I was dead lucky and managed to get a short back to back test ride on an 18.5 and 19.5 today. Personally, I found the 19.5 a bit more confidence inspiring going down steps and off (smallish!) drops, and nice and stable/well balanced for carving turns - though I liked the 'flickability' of the 18.5, and it was a bit easier to get my hips over the back. I did feel a bit more sat 'in' the bike on the 19.5 - I guess due to longer wheelbase? Hmm..decisions decisions
I guess I'm really going to have to think exactly what I want the bike for.What I did find a bit odd feeling on both bikes was the stem, it felt really long. Noticed that someone has mentioned fitting a 70mm stem - sounds like a good idea.
Bloomin' brilliant bike BTW.
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