How to Measure Your Reach for Mountain Biking: Tips and Tricks for a Better Ride
To measure your reach for a mountain bike, start by standing against a wall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold a straight object like a ruler or broomstick horizontally against your crotch, and mark the spot where it meets the wall. Measure the distance from the mark to the floor. Then, measure your arm span by standing with your arms outstretched and measuring the distance from fingertip to fingertip. Subtract your arm span from your height to get your reach. This measurement will help you choose the right size bike for your body.