RIDER HEIGHT RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on our research, riders at the heights below will usually take the corresponding frame size. If you’re at a transitional height that spans two sizes, look at the geometry chart to get the Stack and Reach you like based on other bikes you are comfortable.
GEOMETRY & SIZING
Borealis offers four frame designs with unique fit and geometry to suit your every Fat Bike need. Begin by taking a rough size approximation on the chart below that is based on height, then select the corresponding bike with your fit needs by using the geometry chart further below. We recommend a similar fit to you mountain bike, so grab a measuring tape and dial it in.
S | M | L | XL | |
EFFECTIVE TOP TUBE | 585 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm | 650 mm |
SEAT TUBE CENTER TO TOP | 381 mm | 432 mm | 484 mm | 534 mm |
HEAD TUBE | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm |
SEAT TUBE ANGLE | 73 deg | 73 deg | 73 deg | 73 deg |
HEAD TUBE ANGLE | 70 deg | 70 deg | 70 deg | 70 deg |
STANDOVER HEIGHT | Varies based on wheel and tire size | |||
CHAINSTAY | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
BB DROP | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
REACH | 407 mm | 423 mm | 438 mm | 451 mm |
STACK | 597 mm | 611 mm | 625 mm | 639 mm |
Wheel / Tire Size | 26 x 3.8–5.0" on up to a 100mm rim / 27.5 x 2.8-4.5 on up to a 82mm rim / 29 x 2.25–3.0 |
Susp Fork Travel | 100-120mm |
Fork Offset | 51mm |
Headset-Upper | IS41 |
Headset-Lower | IS52 |
Seatpost | ø31.6mm |
Seat Collar | ø34.9mm |
Dropper Compatible | Internal - 125mm for SM & MD / 150mm for LG & XL |
Front Derailleur Type | Not Compatible |
Bottom Bracket | 100mm Threaded BSA |
Crankset (Max Ring) | Chainline 76mm / 1x (34t) |
Rear Brake (Rotor) | 74mm post (160–180mm) |
Rear Spacing | 197 x 12mm thru-axle |
Rear Axle | ø12 x 229L, TP= 1.5, TL = 20 |
Derailleur Hanger | Borealis Custom |
Bottle Mount | SM : 2 (downtube) / MD, SM, XL: 3 (downtube & seatube) |
Rear Rack Reccomendation | Old Man Mountain Divide Fat |
Rear Rack Mounts, Upper | Yes |
Axle to Crown | 487mm |
Steerer Tube Size | 28.6mm |
Steerer Style | Tapered |
Crown Seat Diameter | 40mm |