I am looking at getting a CrossTrail Pro with Disc breaks and can not decide between the Large and Extra Large. The LBS is great and one guy thinks I should get the XL and another thinks I should get the L.

My situation sounds very much like ohmyggg. I am 42, 6'2", 34 inseam, 235 lbs, and had lower back surgery a few years back.

My issue with the Large is I feel as if I am leaning down on the handle bars. But it is about the same-ish with the XL . With the XL I have just about an inch clearance on the stand over. When I stand flat foot there is just a tiny bit of contact with the stand over bar and my most delicate area.

So, how do I decide between the two?

The Large is 19" and the XL is 21" I think. Specialized site does not say so this is from memory from the store.

Thank you in advance.