Question for Graham: What size were you testing? How did you find the fit as your preferred reach range is anywhere from the current Large to the XL?
I am 6'1" and currently riding the 2018 altitude 27.5 in the size large with a 50mm stem and find it to be on the compact end of my preference scale.
North Van riding calls for nimble positioning on the bike and moving up to the 29'r and possibly embracing the XL has me second guessing. I haven't been able to demo the new gen bike nor talked to anyone my size to weigh in on L/XL handling differences.
I'm interested in hearing from you on this. Thanks, Julian
Oct. 10, 2020, 5:55 p.m. - JHowitt
Question for Graham: What size were you testing? How did you find the fit as your preferred reach range is anywhere from the current Large to the XL? I am 6'1" and currently riding the 2018 altitude 27.5 in the size large with a 50mm stem and find it to be on the compact end of my preference scale. North Van riding calls for nimble positioning on the bike and moving up to the 29'r and possibly embracing the XL has me second guessing. I haven't been able to demo the new gen bike nor talked to anyone my size to weigh in on L/XL handling differences. I'm interested in hearing from you on this. Thanks, Julian