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Re: FM1001 / FM1156 - 135mm frame
Hello all, I'm very interested in this frame, but not sure what size would fit(M or L). I'm 175cm(5'9'') and have 82cm inseam. I find the STA of this frame is quite steep. That causes a relatively short top tube. I wonder if a medium will feel cramped or uncomfortable during some long and flat pedalling. But a large seems to be very long (it has 472mm reach and a 440mm seat tube length). My Current bike is a Giant Trance 2017 size M which has a 435mm reach, 73.5 degree of STA and 610mm top tube length. Should I go for a large? Or a medium of FM1002? This question gets asked a lot about this frame and pretty much every one says this frame runs on the smaller side. Well... I seem to be the exception. I'm 5'11" and went with the M frame. I find it fits me perfectly. I've never felt "cramped" when in the saddle for long climbs. This is with a 40mm stem, 35mm rise bars. At 5'9" I would say you are a medium. Others will probably tell you to get a large. Again, for me I would buy the FM1001/FM1002/FM1003 in a medium January 02, 2023, 02:13:34 AM |
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Re: FM1001 / FM1156 - 135mm frame
The saddle cuts your height in two. Your torso and arm length define more the size of the frame you need. Your inseam will only make the vertical drop between the saddle and the bar. So for the same height, shorter legs may need a L. While longer legs will need a M. January 02, 2023, 03:02:33 PM |
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Re: FM1001 / FM1156 - 135mm frame
That's the normal experience on the super modern fit, a kind of small effective top tube in the seated position. You get the full reach/length/wheelbase when you stand up. You can go a size up, but personally I'd rather deal with a tigher seated position.
January 02, 2023, 07:38:17 PM |
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Re: FM1001 / FM1156 - 135mm frame
Hello all, I'm very interested in this frame, but not sure what size would fit(M or L). I'm 175cm(5'9'') and have 82cm inseam. I find the STA of this frame is quite steep. That causes a relatively short top tube. I wonder if a medium will feel cramped or uncomfortable during some long and flat pedalling. But a large seems to be very long (it has 472mm reach and a 440mm seat tube length). My Current bike is a Giant Trance 2017 size M which has a 435mm reach, 73.5 degree of STA and 610mm top tube length. Should I go for a large? Or a medium of FM1002? I have 178cm and L feels nice to little short despite 55mm stem and 10mm offset seat post. With 44mm offset fork and 150mm travel the bike is surprisingly agile anywhere except uphill switchbacks. I don't dare longer stem in order not to cripple handling, which is very nice. I was and still tempted to try XL with short stem... But I cannot imagine myself on M. FM1001 has somewhat aggressive geo & long wheelbase even compared to contemporary trail bikes - if you are in, take L and short stem, if not, look elsewhere. Short offset fork probably helps agility and I don't feel any lack of stability at speed. January 03, 2023, 06:49:05 AM |
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Re: FM1001 / FM1156 - 135mm frame
Hey everyone, wanted to re-visit the topic of bearings for this frame. I have been able to identify all the bearings used on this frame. Below are the bearings/quantity February 02, 2023, 02:27:47 AM |
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Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
After a few tweaks and set up changes (the ODI grips from AliExpress went straight in the bin after the first ride), finally got my small FM1002 how I want it. I was concerned the reach of the small would be too little for me at 172cm, especially given the steep seat angle. But it feels very nice after some bar roll adjustments. This is in an orange (YS7192) and Rainbow. The paint looks amazing (but does chip easily as others have said). Lots of protective tape solves this though! April 25, 2023, 10:46:02 AM |
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