So… What’s the standover height?

It’s a common question — and a fair one. But here’s why we’ve chosen not to publish a standover height figure.

Esker’s Take on Standover:
We don’t list a standover height because, in short, there’s no universally accepted way to measure it across the bike industry — and providing a number without context could do more harm than good.

Standover height varies wildly from brand to brand based on where and how it’s measured: some brands take it from the bottom bracket axis, some 15mm forward, others 200mm forward. So unless you're comparing two bikes measured the exact same way, the numbers are apples to oranges.

Then there’s the matter of modern bike setups: dropper posts have changed the game. When the post is fully dropped, the saddle often becomes the lowest point on the bike — which makes the traditional “top tube standover” less relevant in real-world scenarios. But not everyone runs the same dropper, or a dropper at all, and installation height can vary. So what should we measure? Where should we measure it from?

We’ve spent a lot of time thinking about how to meaningfully communicate this kind of info — because we want to get it right, not just repeat a convention that doesn’t serve riders well.

Until there’s a standardized, cross-brand approach (we’re still holding out for that magical industry summit in the woods), we’ll continue focusing on the dimensions that actually help you find the right fit: reach, stack, effective top tube length, and stand-over feel in real-world use.

In the meantime, if you’re unsure about sizing or fit, we're always happy to talk through the details with you. That’s one measurement you can count on.

Have questions on sizing and fit - email us at info@eskercycles.com and we'll do our best to help!