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Old 07-18-13, 03:10 PM
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I do like the concept of "stack and reach". But these terms might be confusing as 'stack" can also mean the amount of spacers under the stem and reach often is thought of as the seat tip to the bars. What "stack and reach" does is to establish a set manor of measuring the frame. So a Trek will be measured with the same points as a Specialized.

This standardization is a good thing. For too long the dimensioning of bikes has been co-opted by the marketing department. Next should be tires... Andy.
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