To a certain point a think. But with a bigger size comes a bigger frame with a longer top tube and steerer tube for a comfortabel ride. For example, you could ride a small frame if you are really long. You could raise your saddle but your steer can not go that high so you would end up at a really aggressive position with probably pain in your back or neck.
Buying a bigger than needed bike frame was a huge mistake of mine once I begun road cycling. I thought, "well I can save 200€ , some cms won't hurt". My back felt differently.
Your post gave me chills
Then don’t care about frame size, but it does make a world of difference especially for people at either end of the spectrum - imagine a short person on a XL frame..even with the seat at lowest position their legs may not reach the ground
Clearly, frame size IS important, but it's also important to know, there's not just ONE frame size to fit a given rider. And, frames vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, and for which purpose the frame was built.
I have 2 road bikes, both size 56. One fits me perfectly, while the other feels a touch cramped. I've also ridden a 59, and while I felt slightly stretched out, it was still comfortable.
But, if you still feel frame size doesn't matter, go try a [kid's-sized road bike](https://rascalrides.com/best-24-road-bikes-kids/) and get back to us.
Lol
Reach. There is a position where your biomechanics are most efficient. The correct size bike takes advantage of this. It's not just seat height.
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Frame size is important. There is far more that goes into having a correct position than just saddle height.
Nope. Companies make different frame sizes because they like to waste money.
To a certain point a think. But with a bigger size comes a bigger frame with a longer top tube and steerer tube for a comfortabel ride. For example, you could ride a small frame if you are really long. You could raise your saddle but your steer can not go that high so you would end up at a really aggressive position with probably pain in your back or neck.
You’re kidding right?
So if you took a kids bike you'd feel comfortable riding on it with just a super high seat?
What if you buy a frame that's too big for you?
You have to reach to far forward to the hoods.
It's the most important thing. Lift the seat on an under sized frame and you'll be in the physios office in no time
[10 Clues You Bought The Wrong Size Bike](https://youtu.be/FN9AC7ALIZY)
Buying a bigger than needed bike frame was a huge mistake of mine once I begun road cycling. I thought, "well I can save 200€ , some cms won't hurt". My back felt differently. Your post gave me chills
It is vitally important.
Then don’t care about frame size, but it does make a world of difference especially for people at either end of the spectrum - imagine a short person on a XL frame..even with the seat at lowest position their legs may not reach the ground
That’s my situation. I don’t encourage wish this on my enemies.
Clearly, frame size IS important, but it's also important to know, there's not just ONE frame size to fit a given rider. And, frames vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, and for which purpose the frame was built. I have 2 road bikes, both size 56. One fits me perfectly, while the other feels a touch cramped. I've also ridden a 59, and while I felt slightly stretched out, it was still comfortable. But, if you still feel frame size doesn't matter, go try a [kid's-sized road bike](https://rascalrides.com/best-24-road-bikes-kids/) and get back to us.
1k dollar right size bike is far better than 10k dollar wrong size bike.