Originally Posted by
Road Fan
Standover is grossly overrated by those who have never found out what happens once it gets too high - it can be painful. It's still ONE viable element of a good bike sizing. A rider suited for a 52 cm frame might be able to use a 54 or 55, but probably can't use a 58 or 59.
+1 on this. Especially if:
- you have to make frequent stops and get one foot on the ground
- you are used to 'getting off the saddle' on uphills
- you are not an experience rider
I ride 52-57cm frames. My sweet spot is 54. I can ride up to 58, but on 57 and above, I have to remember to tilt the bike at stops.