Is it hard for a short woman to hold the handlebars comfortably without back or shoulder strain?
1667067
No, but you might need to hold it on a different way, as I did till I got used to it.
1667068
it's been used by our family members from 5'1 to 5'10 comfortably. Hope this answers your concern.
1667069
I am 6'1" and my wife is 5'8". It is find for us, but as the handlebars cannot be adjusted, I think anyone shorter than 5'6" might be uncomfortable.
1667070
the handles are not that far away from the seat so it shouldn't be too much of a reach no matter what size.
1667071
I'm 5'3" and I reach them with no problem. It doesn't bother my shoulders or back.
161453
It's mainly a question of inseam and ride position. I'm 187cm but have a short inseam. The seat can adjust to a range of sizes but the distance from the seat to the handlebars is not easy to adjust. Up top it's a little cramped for my long torso. My LBS has suggested I get a longer stem to move the handlebars out. Simple answer, get the 58cm but you may have to change the stem.
216456
That is not a problem. I am 5'3" and there is still plenty of room to shorten the bike. It would probably accomodate someone who is shy of 5'.
1032704
Handle bar wasn't adjustable. But it did not bother us. I'm 6.2 and my wife is 5.8
2187528
Not if your coordinated :) You can use a chair with a back if you want to hold on to something but I don't feel the need for the bar.
1808836
I am the husband and i am 5'11". The height is fine but i find that the curvature of the handlebar is too narrow for me to push with both hands comfortably.
2047266
That is a hard question to answer not knowing what you have on the bike already. There are two things that will make you lean on your hands too much. One is the handlebars too low and the other is reaching too far. If the length of this stem is the same as the one you currently have. It will both raise you and shorten your reach at the same time. I'm sorry without more information I can't really answer your question with a yes or no.
1881881
Yes, the handle bar height can be adjust, and depend it on the height of the person.
561164
My wife is 5'2" and is rehabbing fine on this bike. She is very happy with it.
420849
It is true that the seat is quite uncomfortable. I use a folded towel and a small cushion to GREATLY improve the seat comfort. Whether or not this bike will be acceptable for a person with back problems is always an individual decision. I have had 2 spinal surgeries and this bike causes absolutely no discomfort for me... but again, that is "for me". Once I figured out how to make the seat comfortable I have not noticed the bike causing any strain or pressure on the back at all. Hope the info is helpful for you.
844803
My user is about 5'4" which required adjusting the handlebars up 4-5" or so. She's very happy with it. It's quite sturdy & well made, but not a lightweight. We'll probably buy another. I hope this helps.
171402
The handlebar is not adjustable, but I find it very comfortable and I am 5'4". My mother-in-law is 5'2" and she loves this stroller.
1338195
My husband is 6'1" and I am 5'5" so we have a pretty good separation as well. My husband says that this stroller is the most comfortable we had tried and I haven't had any trouble with it being too high or uncomfortable for my hands either. I do not think you can adjust the handle height (or if you can, it's not obvious and we haven't tried) but neither myself, my husband, or any of our family members have been uncomfortable with it.
464524
The handlebars are not adjustable, and can't be moved forward. I'm pretty short too, and have even shrunk from 5'4" to 5'3.5". I do have to lean forward, but I try to change position, and even sit up straight to prevent fatigue while pedaling for long amounts of time. I am still happy with the bike, even without not being able to adjust the handlebars. I hope this helps.
1929772
I have this bike and love it but I am 5'3'' and it is only an inch too high for me I think it may feel a little small if you are 6 ft. When I was looking up reviews for this bike prior to buying it many people said it was more appropriate for a woman than a man because it's not very large. Hope this helps. Good luck!
1161597
I'm 5'5. I bought the 15" and am considering getting the 17" instead. The seat height is fine (I have it adjusted fairly high), but the top tube is too short. This causes the handlebars to be too close to my body for comfort, and I have relatively short arms. Unlike the 2014 model, the handlebars do adjust some, but moving them further out also causes them to be lower, and I don't really like leaning over, which is what happens when you have the seat up really high and the handlebars very far forward. If your wife has short arms and/or legs and does not want a very upright position, the 15" bike might work for her, but I think the 17" would be better. I'm 5'5. I bought the 15" and am considering getting the 17" instead. The seat height is fine (I have it adjusted fairly high), but the top tube is too short. This causes the handlebars to be too close to my body for comfort, and I have relatively short arms. Unlike the 2014 model, the handlebars do adjust some, but moving them further out also causes them to be lower, and I don't really like leaning over, which is what happens when you have the seat up really high and the handlebars very far forward. If your wife has short arms and/or legs and does not want a very upright... » Read More I'm 5'5. I bought the 15" and am considering getting the 17" instead. The seat height is fine (I have it adjusted fairly high), but the top tube is too short. This causes the handlebars to be too close to my body for comfort, and I have relatively short arms. Unlike the 2014 model, the handlebars do adjust some, but moving them further out also causes them to be lower, and I don't really like leaning over, which is what happens when you have the seat up really high and the handlebars very far forward. If your wife has short arms and/or legs and does not want a very upright position, the 15" bike might work for her, but I think the 17" would be better. « Show Less
354855
I am 5'10 insim 30" you should be able to ride this. You can adjust seat and handle bar. My girlfriend purchased the women's she is 5'4. We had to adjust her seat a few times. She wanted a flat foot on the ground.