Help! With Stiffee!? :-)

[Crash Bang]

I am in the process of purchasing a Cove Stiffe but am unsure what size to get and am in the unfortunate position of not having access to both to test. I am hoping you guys can help. I've included my details below and the type of build and riding I will be doing, an help would be appreciated!

I am 6' 0 tall and weight 200lbs

The bike will be for XC and very light free-ride.

Do I need a 17.5" frame or a 19.5" frame?

Any help!!! Please! :-)

Also can I run a 100mm fork on a Stiffee? Does anyone do this?


Thanks

[perttime]

A slightly longer fork would probably work better: 120 to 140 mm, perhaps run a little soft.

The 17.5" has a horizontal top tube of 23" and that may be a little short for you, unless you like a short bike. How are your dimensions: short legs/long torso or long legs/short torso?

[Wolfboy]

go the 19.5, Im 6 ft 2 and ride one for xc. Its an older model but the geo is similar. A 100ml fork is fine as long as you dont mind it being a bit twitchier. My local stuff id very tight so i don't mind it being steeper in the head angle.