29r Stand Over

[Cat3roadracer]

I just picked up my first 29r, Form Ti, beautiful rig. I'm concerned about the stand over clearance. The frame is a stock large with a 19" seat tube. I will also add that I am 5'10" with an inseam of about 31".

Seated and riding all feels fine, standing over the top tube, feet on the floor I only have about an inch between me and the top tube.

Will this be an issue?

[Matthew]

Only if your feet come off the pedals.

[SlowPokePete]

That is PLENTY of room.

Most, I think, don't believe (lack of) standover to be that big of a deal, and you have more that enough.

SPP

[gdw]

I prefer at least 2 inches on a mountain bike which will be used on rough trails or areas where you might have to make emergency dismounts. Unfortunately most large 29ers don't offer that much clearance if your a medium sized rider so you'll have to get used to leaning the bike to one side while bailing.

[SlowPokePete]

you'll have to get used to leaning the bike to one side while bailing.

that's what usually happens to me...didn't know there was a choice!

SPP

[pakora]

Only if your feet come off the pedals.

Yeah, I don't exactly shred the gnar or get rad, but the trails around here are rocky and rooty, and I don't find standover matters that much for my xc hardtail riding.

And if you're in your bare or stocking feet on the floor, add another inch re: shoes.

[Cat3roadracer]

Thanks for all the replies.

[mgm777]

When I purchased my Ti 29er, I had the same initial reaction as you did. Unfortunately, I think big wheels dictate a frame design with less stand over clearance. Once you start riding the bike, the lack of stand over clearance will be a non-issue. BTW - I am about the same size as you.

[CMiller]

I have the same issue. For what it's worth, I have the same standover on my Jamis Dragon, and don't even notice it any more. I've hit the top tube with my "tender parts" a few times, but a lot of those stops were awkward novice bail outs, and as I get more comfortable riding it is much less an issue.

As is said, you ride your bike on the pedals, not the floor! Have fun on the new rig.

[Chefrider]

That will be fine. You would need more clearance if you're an aggressive rider (jumps, drops, etc.). That is purely an xc rig/race rig. Enjoy! If you're ever in the westchester NY area, I can show you some great trails. We don't have any snow!!