Originally Posted by
Cyclebum
Standover and top tube length are equally important measurements.
Not really. During a typical day of touring I might spend 5-7 hours pedaling the bike and only 5 minutes standing over it. Top tube length is the most important measurement, followed closely by the distance from the bottom bracket to the top of the saddle. Standover height is something that I glance at once before buying the bike and then never think about again...