Between sizes M vs L. Cube stereo hybrid 140 HPC SL

[Luispl80]

Hi guys
I'm in between sizes M and L, according Cube website.
I got size M (18") in order to have more agile handling and think in have it mostly when downhill or single trails.. Nevertheless, sometimes , when cross country for instance, I fell bike short..what would you recommend? A longer stem? Any thoughts?
Thanks!

 

[Cabby.]

I've always had M sized bikes so it was an obvious step to get a M Cube however, I think I could have got away with a large as I had to change the bars on my 140 to get comfortable on it where the L I think I could've kept it stock.

 

[Luispl80]

I've always had M sized bikes so it was an obvious step to get a M Cube however, I think I could have got away with a large as I had to change the bars on my 140 to get comfortable on it where the L I think I could've kept it stock.

Thanks Cabby.
what bars have you choosed?

 

[ggx]

You can make some experiments. Maybe a larger handlebar and/or a longer stem.

 

[winrow3745]

I'm at the top end of a L but I got advice and I think everyone I asked recommended not going to the XL. I'm actually really glad I did as the XL would have just been to unwieldy coming down anything interesting for my size (6ft2in).
I was a little too over the handlebars though with stock and it meant lower back and wrist ache. So I had a renthal fat bars fitted with the 40mm rise and the bike is just about perfect for me now.

 

[Luispl80]

Will try a 1,5 cm long stem...let´s see!