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 |
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 |