First of all, hello guys I've been reading stuff on this forum long ago before I decided to join it. Anyway, my problem is, I'm 187cm (a bit over 6,1") tall and I recently bought GT Aggressor 3.0, XL frame. I've read specifications for that bike, frame is actually 21.4" long. And GT is recommending that frame for my size (based on their chart I found somewhere). I have to note, I've tried some other M and L sized bikes (not by GT) before buying this XL one, they felt slightly too small. I rode a 19" few months ago and it gave me back pain, it was way too small for me. The thing is, I use my bike mostly for commuting, steep asphalt roads (my town is full of them) trails, and some 25-30% pure off road mountain biking.

Anyway my problem is, it feels SLIGHTLY longer than I need it to be, and that's the irritating part. I think the horizontal tube might be too long. The bike is great, it's loads of fun but simply put, I'm too stretched out. I can't take it back, I can't get a new one, so please tell me what can I do to make it more comfortable for my size? Adjustable stem or something? Can a different saddle possibly get me closer to the handlebars? Any help would be appreciated. P.S. I've been riding for the past 5-6 months now, so I apologize for any stupid questions. Cheers