http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237 Rider's community and more. en-US Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:13:39 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q http://moots.com/bbpress/search.php http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4731 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:19:10 +0000 Mojo Man 4731@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>I think I’ve finally put this standover height issue to bed, hopefully, but at times my mind plays tricks on my decisions.</p> <p>I got a print of my last frame which was a med size Lynskey (just sold it for this Moots build) and it felt pretty good for S.O. clearance. Come to realize from the print that (Lysnkey) measures not far from the nose of the seat. So, taking this into consideration I would be comparing the Lyskey’s TT height of 30.4” to the YBB height which I’m guessing is around 30” (bend area of TT).</p> <p>Also when measuring the middle of the TT, I came up with a measurement very similar to the YBB, good news also.</p> <p>Thanks for everyone’s opinion on this.</p> <p>At times I’m very indecisive and therefore let my wife make most of the decisions, except for Mtn bikes. My wife says I tend to over analyze everything and that’s one of the problems I’m having with this build, too many choices.</p> <p>Mojo </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4724 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 01:34:23 +0000 29ner 4724@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>And I should have proof read my 2nd post......'sent', not 'send'. Man, I did pretty well back in 3rd grade english. You're sweating a detail that, in your case, is not a detail. Get the bike - you will not believe it. </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4722 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 01:24:10 +0000 egordon 4722@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>Plus 1 what Fubar Said </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4720 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:55:28 +0000 Mojo Man 4720@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>Since it's my post, I will let it go this one time, LOL</p> <p>Mojo </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4719 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:19:33 +0000 29ner 4719@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>I should have proof read my response before I send it. A couple of mis-spells - sorry about that. </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4718 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:19:29 +0000 Mojo Man 4718@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>Yes, I agree with everyone to a certain extent. </p> <p>I’m basically trying to make an 18” into a 17”. With that being said, and since I have to go the custom route for a 23” ETTL, it would have been nice to take it a step further and get the typical 17” standover height while still keeping the new sexy looking curved TT. </p> <p>I think Moots is discriminating against us smaller riders. LOL</p> <p>For the money, I just want my cake and to eat it too. </p> <p>Thanks for the replies and opinions. They all help with my decision making.</p> <p>Mojo </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4716 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:04:56 +0000 29ner 4716@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>I think I agree with all three replys. a. You are beating this to death, b. it is way overated, c. if still unsure - get a drawing and/or exact measure.</p> <p>a. At 5'8" and nearly 32" inseam, you will have zero clearance issues. That is a long inseam for 5'8". I'd put you on a 17" without batting an eye.</p> <p>b. Agree with Fubar. Top tube and crotch incidents are highly over stated (although probably not over rated). Not saying it can't/won't happen, but when was the last time a shark attacked you? It just doesn't happen. Particularily with a curved tt and 32" inseam. A non-issue.</p> <p>c. If you are affraid of sharks, get the drawing - but that is a hard number and it will be affected by what tire/fork/shoe you ride. </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4708 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:15:14 +0000 JonC 4708@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>Mojo Man,<br /> Reducing the head tube lenght will not help too much....maybe .25 of an inch in standover. Also, we cannot increase the bend due to tooling costs...in order to bend the tube more would require a massive amount of time and money to build a new bender for just this bike. My advice:</p> <p>Get into a Moots dealer and have them contact us here at Moots so we can start a drawing to clairify standover via CAD drawing. This will put an end to those concerns and next thing you know, you'll be on order for your new Moots.</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>Jon@Moots </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4706 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:28:54 +0000 teamfubar 4706@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>Mojo Man,</p> <p>Personally, I think the whole "stand-over" clearance thing is WAY overrated. I cannot remember the last time I jumped off my bike in an emergency situation and nailed the top tube. The bike is usually leaned over to the side when that type of maneuver is needed. </p> <p>My last couple bikes have been sized on the top tube length, which affects your reach and head tube length which positions the bars. I've come out perfectly on both occasions. I think if you fit the 18" when you're on it and not necessarily when you're standing over it, then that's the one I'd ride. </p> http://moots.com/bbpress/topic.php?id=2237#post-4705 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:29:19 +0000 Mojo Man 4705@http://moots.com/bbpress/ <p>I know I’m beating this to death but has anyone swung a leg over the new 2012 Mooto X YBB 29r 18” with a similar inseam of 31.7” (80.5 cm)?</p> <p> I’m unsure of the stand over clearance I will have even with the new top tube profile, I know it will help but not sure how much. I don’t want to go the 17” strut route, and don’t know how much reducing the head tube length from 12cm to 10cm will help.</p> <p>If Moots could only increase the bend a small amount I’d send my deposit immediately to my dealer.</p> <p>Any opinions would be appreciated.</p> <p>It’s tougher than I thought becoming a Moots owner.</p> <p>Mojo </p>