Originally Posted by
simonsez
What geometry measurements dictates a funner bike?
For me, a chainstay that is 430mm or shorter and a trail of 65mm or less will feel more fun than a bike with 450mm chainstays and 80mm of trail.
The more fun bike will feel a bit livelier and quicker to steer- which is how I measure fun.
A bike with 450mm chainstays and 80mm of trail will feel slower and more stable. Thats great for some applications and for some riders so there are valid reasons to have higher trail and longer chainstays.
Thing is- the chainstay length I mention really isnt short, its just middle of the road.