Originally Posted by
Iride01
In my opinion it's only important as you want it to be. Bike fitting primarily is concerned with just how you fit while in the riding position and pedaling. So if a smaller frame with a longer seat post gets you there, that is good too.
+1. It's not the case that the ability to stand over a top tube with both feet is "completely unimportant" or "vitally important" for everyone. For some riders (especially newer riders) it's reassuring to be able to do this when they have to stop in a hurry. Other riders (especially longtime ones) have the coordination to be able to just put one foot down, regardless of the circumstances. So the amount of standover clearance (or lack thereof) is never a consideration.
I wouldn't hold it against a newbie for wanting a bike they can stand over. Heck, it's a victory when we can talk someone out of wanting their
saddle so low that they can
sit with both feet on the ground.
