Originally Posted by peripatetic
Q: Is it better to get a longer stem on a shorter bike, or a shorter stem on a taller bike?
Waddaya seasoned riders think?
As fasr as height of frame and stand over height, your're thinking of seat posts. The stem/handlebar and frame combo would have to do with reach and cockpit feel.
Keep in mind how you will be using your bike. A smaller frame may be better if you will be mounting and dismounting your bike many times throughout the ride. Y'know like a messenger might. If you're not on and off the bike a bunch through out the ride (swinging a leg up and over) then the benefits of the larger frame make come into play.