{"id":65063,"date":"2024-06-04T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-04T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/9bdaa717-f216-41ba-9038-fa0c5fa16e48"},"modified":"2024-06-04T15:25:48","modified_gmt":"2024-06-04T13:25:48","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-to-bike-sizes-road-mtb-gravel-and-hybrid-sizing-explained","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/the-ultimate-guide-to-bike-sizes-road-mtb-gravel-and-hybrid-sizing-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate guide to bike sizes: road, MTB, gravel and hybrid sizing explained"},"content":{"rendered":"

BikeRadar’s beginner’s guide to finding the right size bike <\/p>

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Published: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 at 13:00 PM<\/p>

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Establishing the correct bike size for you is one of the most important things to do when buying a new bicycle. <\/p>

Although there\u2019s a lot you can adjust on a bike so that it fits better, if you start off with a frame that\u2019s too small or too large for you, you may be placed awkwardly and uncomfortable as you ride.<\/p>

That can result in aches and pains when cycling<\/a> and your bike not handling as it should, both of which can limit your enjoyment when out riding.<\/p>

With that in mind, here\u2019s everything you need to know about bike sizes \u2013 be it a mountain bike, road bike, hybrid bike, women’s-specific bike or child\u2019s bike. <\/p>

Bike size chart<\/h2>

We\u2019ll cover the nuances of road bike, mountain bike, hybrid bike and gravel bike sizes shortly, but here\u2019s an overview of typical frame sizes, according to rider height.<\/p>

However, body dimensions and frame layouts can vary significantly from one person and brand to the next, so seek further advice, specific to the bike you are intending to buy, before purchasing.<\/p>

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Rider height (cm)<\/th>Rider height (feet)<\/th>Road bike frame size (cm)<\/th>MTB frame size (inches)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
143\u2013155cm<\/td>4ft 8in \u2013 5ft 1in<\/td>44cm<\/td>13in<\/td> <\/tr>
155\u2013163cm<\/td>5ft 1in \u2013 5ft 4in<\/td>48cm<\/td>15in<\/td> <\/tr>
163\u2013170cm<\/td>5ft 4in \u2013 5ft 7in<\/td>51cm<\/td>16in<\/td> <\/tr>
170\u2013178cm<\/td>5ft 7in \u2013 5ft 10in<\/td>54cm<\/td>18in<\/td> <\/tr>
178\u2013183cm<\/td>5ft 10in \u2013 6ft<\/td>56cm<\/td>19in<\/td> <\/tr>
183\u2013191cm<\/td>6ft \u2013 6ft 3in<\/td>58cm<\/td>20in<\/td> <\/tr>
191\u2013196cm<\/td>6ft 3in \u2013 6ft 5in<\/td>60cm<\/td>21in<\/td> <\/tr>
196\u2013205cm<\/td>6ft 5in \u2013 6ft 49in<\/td>62cm<\/td>22in <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table>