What bicycle size does it have to be?

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Isabelle P

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My husband is 6'5". He could be a football player, if you want to imagine him...we want to get a bicycle for each of us. What size of a simple mountain bike does it have to be for his stature? Do I measure from the tires up to the highest point or from the pedals to the height of the handles or to the seat? Please help asap! Thanks
 
Measure the inseam of the Football player and take that X .59 to get the proper frame size. You want a bike that measures the same from the center of the crank to the top of the seat post where the seat post clamp is. This is the frame size of the bike.

The stand over height is the distance from the ground to the top of the top tube on the bike. (measured at the center) He wants 2-4 inches clearance when standing over the bike.

You are measured the same way but look for a Women's model. There is a difference in the top tube length, seat and handlebar width on Women's bikes that make it more comfortable.

Go to a bike shop and they will fit you for a bike. Try several different manufactures before you decide.
 
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