Originally Posted by
c_m_shooter
Even if you have standover on flat ground, When you have to dab on a trail, it won't be flat. If you were depending on standover clearance, you will get racked.
Right.
Whenever I dab a foot, I am also going to be leaning the bike in that direction, anyway. With the non-dabbing foot on the other pedal, you have a lot more clearance.
Also, in those times when I do go over due to not being able to plant a foot on the ground, it is the saddle - not the top tube - that is in my way.