This post compares the differences between the actual seat tube angle and the effective seat tube angle. Definitions Seat Tube Angle (STA). The seat tube angle (STA) is the angle between the seat…
This post will reveal how one can affect the effective seat tube angle without getting a new frame. First, let's present a couple of important definitions that will make the…
A seat tube angle between 73° and 75° is the norm for a hardtail today. The most common number seems to be 73.5°. Those values preserve both the climbing capabilities…
Ultra-condensed Answer: The most commonly found seat tube angle among lightweight climbing bikes is 73.5°. What Is a Seat Tube Angle? The seat tube angle (STA) is the angle between…
Condensed Answer: A 73° seat tube angle is 1° to 4° slacker than what we find on modern MTBs. In the world of road bikes, 73° is a common middle…
To fully comprehend, the effect of the seat tube angle on a bike's reach, it's necessary to first become acquainted with the involved terms. Reach. The term reach refers to the horizontal distance…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of different seat tube angles on performance and overall riding experience. What is a seat tube angle? Many people think that the seat…