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Jdubbz said on 20/Feb/23
@Alex 6'0:
Thanks for your comment, I'm glad at least someone understands where I'm coming from.
@Alex 6'0:
Thanks for your comment, I'm glad at least someone understands where I'm coming from.
James.B 172cm said on 19/Feb/23
Alex 6'0 said on 18/Feb/23
James b, 6'4 is typically when you stand out in crowds. 6'3 arguably the start of beginning to stand out in crowds.
Me being a mere 172cm my opinion of 6ft2 is that it’s legit tall for a guy but it does not matter if you have lanky proportions you will never look freakish.
Alex 6'0 said on 18/Feb/23
James b, 6'4 is typically when you stand out in crowds. 6'3 arguably the start of beginning to stand out in crowds.
Me being a mere 172cm my opinion of 6ft2 is that it’s legit tall for a guy but it does not matter if you have lanky proportions you will never look freakish.
Jdubbz said on 19/Feb/23
@AdrianJacobs:
At this point I fully believe your height claim, but there is absolutely no way that 8/9-10 Swedish guys are taller 6'1. Just impossible.
8-9/10 guys being taller than you would imply the average height of ethnic Swedes is something like 6'4-5, which is a joke. I mean you guys are definitely pretty tall, but nowhere near THAT tall. Heck, even ethnic Dutch don't average anywhere near that kind of height.
Are you absolutely sure you don't have a perception issue of some kind, where you think you're shorter than other people when you really aren't? I used to have the opposite problem where I thought I was as tall as people 1-2" taller than me.
@AdrianJacobs:
At this point I fully believe your height claim, but there is absolutely no way that 8/9-10 Swedish guys are taller 6'1. Just impossible.
8-9/10 guys being taller than you would imply the average height of ethnic Swedes is something like 6'4-5, which is a joke. I mean you guys are definitely pretty tall, but nowhere near THAT tall. Heck, even ethnic Dutch don't average anywhere near that kind of height.
Are you absolutely sure you don't have a perception issue of some kind, where you think you're shorter than other people when you really aren't? I used to have the opposite problem where I thought I was as tall as people 1-2" taller than me.
Alex 6'0 said on 19/Feb/23
Progking185, yea even 182-183cm is gonna be classified as tall in most places. The very start of tall though.
Progking185, yea even 182-183cm is gonna be classified as tall in most places. The very start of tall though.
Cbrady said on 19/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs-- It seemed like at the 0:11 mark when you took the can to the wall it was noticeably lower than it was when it was flush against the wall. Could the part of floor where your heels are sitting be slightly higher than the entry way? Your eye to head top didn't seem like it was over 5 inches from my observation. Possibly you shrink more than you think you do from afternoon to evening due to your long spinal column? What seems clear now is that you are not under 6 and the 5-9 to 5-10 guesses were off.
@adrianjacobs-- It seemed like at the 0:11 mark when you took the can to the wall it was noticeably lower than it was when it was flush against the wall. Could the part of floor where your heels are sitting be slightly higher than the entry way? Your eye to head top didn't seem like it was over 5 inches from my observation. Possibly you shrink more than you think you do from afternoon to evening due to your long spinal column? What seems clear now is that you are not under 6 and the 5-9 to 5-10 guesses were off.
Okidoki said on 19/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs Saw that you made a measurement, well, you can try with the tapemeasure aswell and see if you get something really similar and to see you're eyelevel aswell.
@adrianjacobs Saw that you made a measurement, well, you can try with the tapemeasure aswell and see if you get something really similar and to see you're eyelevel aswell.
Okidoki said on 19/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs I am from Scandinavia too. Have you tried coming within a 1 meter distance beside those women? Because from a distance, it may seem like the height difference isn't that big.
If you're eyelevel is around 171 cm, then you are probably around 6'0. You can make a measurement with a tape measure or something else 6 hours out of bed and find out, if you want. If 1 out of 10 is taller than you, then it must mean that 1 out of 10 is 6'1. I don't know.
The official measurements of young Swedish women is around 5'6, but i can see you're point, because sometimes, when i go to crowded places, like the mall or a big shopping center etc, it can seem like i pass a lot of women between 5'8-5'10 at once, making it seem like the average is around 5'8-5'9 at times.
For men too, in crowded places like Shopping malls or bars etc, it can sometimes seem like the average young man is around 6'1, eventhough the official measurments are 5'11 range.
@adrianjacobs I am from Scandinavia too. Have you tried coming within a 1 meter distance beside those women? Because from a distance, it may seem like the height difference isn't that big.
If you're eyelevel is around 171 cm, then you are probably around 6'0. You can make a measurement with a tape measure or something else 6 hours out of bed and find out, if you want. If 1 out of 10 is taller than you, then it must mean that 1 out of 10 is 6'1. I don't know.
The official measurements of young Swedish women is around 5'6, but i can see you're point, because sometimes, when i go to crowded places, like the mall or a big shopping center etc, it can seem like i pass a lot of women between 5'8-5'10 at once, making it seem like the average is around 5'8-5'9 at times.
For men too, in crowded places like Shopping malls or bars etc, it can sometimes seem like the average young man is around 6'1, eventhough the official measurments are 5'11 range.
Daniel Lee said on 19/Feb/23
Hey guys, 5'8 or 6'5?
Hey guys, 5'8 or 6'5?
(Billythetreesurgeon) said on 19/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs You have a low eye level like myself, it’s easy to think people are taller than you when in reality they are not, for instance the other day someone walked past me in the shop and I thought they are taller than me, however the reflection on the window proved to me that my head was above his, even though he had thicker shoes than me, I’m eye to eye with a strong 5ft 10 even though I’m 6mm bellow 6ft at a low, 6mm lol!!
@adrianjacobs You have a low eye level like myself, it’s easy to think people are taller than you when in reality they are not, for instance the other day someone walked past me in the shop and I thought they are taller than me, however the reflection on the window proved to me that my head was above his, even though he had thicker shoes than me, I’m eye to eye with a strong 5ft 10 even though I’m 6mm bellow 6ft at a low, 6mm lol!!
adrianjacobs said on 19/Feb/23
@Maahin Chowdhury
They weren't joking lol. A woman working in a store who was helping me pick out clothes said in swedish "you're about 175, right?"
@Maahin Chowdhury
They weren't joking lol. A woman working in a store who was helping me pick out clothes said in swedish "you're about 175, right?"
adrianjacobs said on 19/Feb/23
@Progking185
Yeah it's probably the equivalent of 189-190cm guys over here, I can see that it's a nice height.
@Progking185
Yeah it's probably the equivalent of 189-190cm guys over here, I can see that it's a nice height.
IpaBega said on 19/Feb/23
@Emil My 178cm friend used to play for some Copenhagen handball club, he looked almost avg in height, he had some images with his play mates who were simmilar height to him he was even towering one guy.
@Emil My 178cm friend used to play for some Copenhagen handball club, he looked almost avg in height, he had some images with his play mates who were simmilar height to him he was even towering one guy.
Henrik said on 19/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs
Yes, having a non-threatening demeanor and boyish/babyface look (which I've said I have myself) can give a shorter impression, is my theory too.
And you do look 6ft 1.
@adrianjacobs
Yes, having a non-threatening demeanor and boyish/babyface look (which I've said I have myself) can give a shorter impression, is my theory too.
And you do look 6ft 1.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 18/Feb/23
@Jawilder
Yeah I've been suspecting that I lose less height throughout the day than the average person. I can safely say that I never clear the 5'11 mark without shoes.
@Jawilder
Yeah I've been suspecting that I lose less height throughout the day than the average person. I can safely say that I never clear the 5'11 mark without shoes.
Mr. Bergstein said on 18/Feb/23
Can you do Leony, the German singer. She is presumably 5'6.
Can you do Leony, the German singer. She is presumably 5'6.
Progking185 said on 18/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs your tall over here in Canada/U.S at least, I think its a great height. I am about 185 afternoon, 184 night and generally feel tall here, just around more young guys 185 is more start of tall/tallish at times. 185 at a low is pretty solid tall for the general population, and then of course 187-188+ for young guys.
@adrianjacobs your tall over here in Canada/U.S at least, I think its a great height. I am about 185 afternoon, 184 night and generally feel tall here, just around more young guys 185 is more start of tall/tallish at times. 185 at a low is pretty solid tall for the general population, and then of course 187-188+ for young guys.
Alex 6'0 said on 18/Feb/23
Daniel Lee, yes but I'm making the comparison jdubzz said. One my supervisors is 5'3 range. Has a napoleon complex lol
Daniel Lee, yes but I'm making the comparison jdubzz said. One my supervisors is 5'3 range. Has a napoleon complex lol
Maahin Chowdhury said on 18/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs
Honestly you look like a 6’1-6’2 guy from my eyes. You do have a lean, lanky build similar to me, but I’m around 2 inches shorter than you. People guessing you at 5’9 is a joke.
@adrianjacobs
Honestly you look like a 6’1-6’2 guy from my eyes. You do have a lean, lanky build similar to me, but I’m around 2 inches shorter than you. People guessing you at 5’9 is a joke.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 18/Feb/23
adrianjacobs said on 18/Feb/23
Ok, you're a bit younger than me. So we almost the same generation.
It's always possible, because at 6'1" i had 173-173.5cms eyelevel. And right now (187) it's like 175-175.5cms.
adrianjacobs said on 18/Feb/23
Ok, you're a bit younger than me. So we almost the same generation.
It's always possible, because at 6'1" i had 173-173.5cms eyelevel. And right now (187) it's like 175-175.5cms.
adrianjacobs said on 18/Feb/23
@dreus23
By the way, there have been three times when I've seen guys definitely deflating their own height.
One one occasion, it was a guy about my height claiming "180", another guy who was probably 6'2-6'3 and said "184" and an other occasion when a guy looked like 190-193 and said "187".
@dreus23
By the way, there have been three times when I've seen guys definitely deflating their own height.
One one occasion, it was a guy about my height claiming "180", another guy who was probably 6'2-6'3 and said "184" and an other occasion when a guy looked like 190-193 and said "187".
adrianjacobs said on 18/Feb/23
@dreus23
If I walk down a street in downtown Stockholm, like Norrmalm or Östermalm, I can almost swear that 8 or 9 out of 10 guys seem taller than me. Maybe 1 or 2 out of 10 women as well. The majority of my ethnically Swedish university classmates are taller than me. That's all I can say.
As I've said before, I have a veeeery low eye level, I'm not sure if I'm the full 6'1 in the evening, but my eye level matches the one of a 6ft flat guy I think.
I think I may have looked extra lanky in that video because I was filming almost from the floor.
Here's a bunch of pics of me amongst a crowd, where I don't look short but I definitely don't look like above average: Click Here
I totally agree about the "boyish" part btw, I look like a 15-year old even though I'm 23, so that makes a shorter impression too.
@dreus23
If I walk down a street in downtown Stockholm, like Norrmalm or Östermalm, I can almost swear that 8 or 9 out of 10 guys seem taller than me. Maybe 1 or 2 out of 10 women as well. The majority of my ethnically Swedish university classmates are taller than me. That's all I can say.
As I've said before, I have a veeeery low eye level, I'm not sure if I'm the full 6'1 in the evening, but my eye level matches the one of a 6ft flat guy I think.
I think I may have looked extra lanky in that video because I was filming almost from the floor.
Here's a bunch of pics of me amongst a crowd, where I don't look short but I definitely don't look like above average: Click Here
I totally agree about the "boyish" part btw, I look like a 15-year old even though I'm 23, so that makes a shorter impression too.
Alex 6'0 said on 18/Feb/23
James b, 6'4 is typically when you stand out in crowds. 6'3 arguably the start of beginning to stand out in crowds.
James b, 6'4 is typically when you stand out in crowds. 6'3 arguably the start of beginning to stand out in crowds.
dreus23 said on 18/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs
I actually think you could push out a bit more height there, but nonetheless solid measurement. You're defo not under 185 there
How anyone unironically guessed you at 5'9 just seems impossible to me, especially since you're downright lanky. I guess that's where our experiences vary since I've noticed way more people in Stockholm that overestimate their own and others height, especially taller guys, but I guess it's just anectodal of me to say that. What I have noticed is that a lot of guys exaggerate height downwards or upwards, like a friend of mine who's like 190 cm once said about a teacher who I'd guess is 176-177 "if he stood straight he'd be like 180 something, but as he's standing right now he's like 160 cm" when in reality he looked maybe 11 cm shorter than him. I've also seen generally "short-looking" or boyish guys be called "160 cm" because they give a short impression, and likewise I've seen guys that give off stereotypically tall impressions be called "like 2m or something", so I guess I agree there
One thing that I still do find odd is how you feel below average. Could you explain a bit more what you mean by that? I don't feel "tall", but at 171 cm, I can at least feel close to above average when I walk around certain förorter (suburbs?) in Stockholm. I feel short when in very crowded spaces, but other than that it's really not that bad
@adrianjacobs
I actually think you could push out a bit more height there, but nonetheless solid measurement. You're defo not under 185 there
How anyone unironically guessed you at 5'9 just seems impossible to me, especially since you're downright lanky. I guess that's where our experiences vary since I've noticed way more people in Stockholm that overestimate their own and others height, especially taller guys, but I guess it's just anectodal of me to say that. What I have noticed is that a lot of guys exaggerate height downwards or upwards, like a friend of mine who's like 190 cm once said about a teacher who I'd guess is 176-177 "if he stood straight he'd be like 180 something, but as he's standing right now he's like 160 cm" when in reality he looked maybe 11 cm shorter than him. I've also seen generally "short-looking" or boyish guys be called "160 cm" because they give a short impression, and likewise I've seen guys that give off stereotypically tall impressions be called "like 2m or something", so I guess I agree there
One thing that I still do find odd is how you feel below average. Could you explain a bit more what you mean by that? I don't feel "tall", but at 171 cm, I can at least feel close to above average when I walk around certain förorter (suburbs?) in Stockholm. I feel short when in very crowded spaces, but other than that it's really not that bad
adrianjacobs said on 18/Feb/23
@Emil
It could be the fact that I have a very low eye level for me. Less than 172 cm in the evening almost for sure.
@Emil
It could be the fact that I have a very low eye level for me. Less than 172 cm in the evening almost for sure.
adrianjacobs said on 18/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM
I'm 23
@QM6'1.5"QM
I'm 23
Emil said on 18/Feb/23
@Adrianjacobs
I can assure you there are times I feel short in Copenhagen too. It might be that people in Copenhagen are taller than in the rest of Denmark, and the same might apply with Stockholm compared to the rest of Sweden. With that said, it's mostly when people are not up close they look taller than they are. When I stand near them, in an elevator for example, I notice that people I thought were taller were actually shorter than myself.
It might be all in our heads after all. And thanks for the picture. It's a bit hard to assess how tall people are since you're not standing on the same ground level or at the same angle.
But I think your perspective is super valid and thanks for sharing them, mate.
@Adrianjacobs
I can assure you there are times I feel short in Copenhagen too. It might be that people in Copenhagen are taller than in the rest of Denmark, and the same might apply with Stockholm compared to the rest of Sweden. With that said, it's mostly when people are not up close they look taller than they are. When I stand near them, in an elevator for example, I notice that people I thought were taller were actually shorter than myself.
It might be all in our heads after all. And thanks for the picture. It's a bit hard to assess how tall people are since you're not standing on the same ground level or at the same angle.
But I think your perspective is super valid and thanks for sharing them, mate.
Daniel Lee said on 17/Feb/23
@Alex
5'3 is too short and 5'9 is average
@Alex
5'3 is too short and 5'9 is average
Jawilder said on 17/Feb/23
@caleb damn dude you have crazy retention. That’s like half an inch. I lose 3/4 inch average day active.
@caleb damn dude you have crazy retention. That’s like half an inch. I lose 3/4 inch average day active.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 17/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Her height say about six hours out of bed could be 0.5-1cm less than what Guinness measured her at (197.26cm). But she looks over two inches shorter than that with Savanna, which to me is unacceptable and a legit reason to be skeptical about Guinness World Records.
@Jdubbz
Her height say about six hours out of bed could be 0.5-1cm less than what Guinness measured her at (197.26cm). But she looks over two inches shorter than that with Savanna, which to me is unacceptable and a legit reason to be skeptical about Guinness World Records.
Daniel Lee said on 17/Feb/23
@george89
I hope you haven't been in the gym for years
@george89
I hope you haven't been in the gym for years
Daniel Lee said on 17/Feb/23
George89 said on 16/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee
There's no need to be upset.
____________
hahahaha. what? You need to be in the "body positive"
George89 said on 16/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee
There's no need to be upset.
____________
hahahaha. what? You need to be in the "body positive"
Jdubbz said on 17/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs:
Nope, you look like a 6’1 guy to me.
@adrianjacobs:
Nope, you look like a 6’1 guy to me.
Henrik said on 17/Feb/23
@(Billythetreesurgeon)
Lol, the tallest kid in a gymnasium (senior high) class was usually 190-2cm, and he could rip on the guy(s) who was 186-7cm because he didn't hit 190. 😜
Like I said, 185cm would be a solid height (I mean, it's not like you'd have to worry that your height was ever an issue with women), but you would be used enough to 190-195cm guys that you wouldn't feel anything special, IMHO.
@(Billythetreesurgeon)
Lol, the tallest kid in a gymnasium (senior high) class was usually 190-2cm, and he could rip on the guy(s) who was 186-7cm because he didn't hit 190. 😜
Like I said, 185cm would be a solid height (I mean, it's not like you'd have to worry that your height was ever an issue with women), but you would be used enough to 190-195cm guys that you wouldn't feel anything special, IMHO.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 17/Feb/23
adrianjacobs said on 17/Feb/23
Adrian, you're legit tall guy in my eyes. You also have skinny body and probably very young like 20yrs, so you can increase muscles and developing your body. Workout, running, healthy eating (eggs, milk, meat), sports)
In this case, Sweden and their bad height guesses are really weird and untypical.
adrianjacobs said on 17/Feb/23
Adrian, you're legit tall guy in my eyes. You also have skinny body and probably very young like 20yrs, so you can increase muscles and developing your body. Workout, running, healthy eating (eggs, milk, meat), sports)
In this case, Sweden and their bad height guesses are really weird and untypical.
adrianjacobs said on 17/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM
Is there any reason for me to be trolling about my height? You said a couple of days ago that I may be measuring myself incorrectly, so I wanted to show you how I do it.
If you think the line is fake, you can pay attention to the fact that I placed the pencil between the wall and the fridge right next to the line and the place where the can touched my head.
@QM6'1.5"QM
Is there any reason for me to be trolling about my height? You said a couple of days ago that I may be measuring myself incorrectly, so I wanted to show you how I do it.
If you think the line is fake, you can pay attention to the fact that I placed the pencil between the wall and the fridge right next to the line and the place where the can touched my head.
adrianjacobs said on 17/Feb/23
@Emil
Well, not only do I not feel tall in Stockholm, I feel below average pretty often if not most of the time. I did feel average in Copenhagen when I was there last summer.
I posted a pic of me in a crowd in Stockholm a couple of months ago, and here it is again: Click Here
Obviously you can understand why it's ridiculously hard for me to believe how the average is "5'11" in Sweden like some people here say.
@Emil
Well, not only do I not feel tall in Stockholm, I feel below average pretty often if not most of the time. I did feel average in Copenhagen when I was there last summer.
I posted a pic of me in a crowd in Stockholm a couple of months ago, and here it is again: Click Here
Obviously you can understand why it's ridiculously hard for me to believe how the average is "5'11" in Sweden like some people here say.
adrianjacobs said on 17/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Not morning and not evening either, around midday. I think I only shrink about 1.5cm during the whole day, so this may have been around 0.5cm over my evening low.
Well, because like I said, people deflate height in Sweden instead of inflating it like the rest of the world. @Henrik has been guessed 5'9-5'11 at 6'2 or 6'1.75.
Do I still look shorter than 6'1 proportionally btw?
@Jdubbz
Not morning and not evening either, around midday. I think I only shrink about 1.5cm during the whole day, so this may have been around 0.5cm over my evening low.
Well, because like I said, people deflate height in Sweden instead of inflating it like the rest of the world. @Henrik has been guessed 5'9-5'11 at 6'2 or 6'1.75.
Do I still look shorter than 6'1 proportionally btw?
Alex 6'0 said on 17/Feb/23
Jdubzz i totally understand you. 6'9 about 3 inches taller than you vs 5'9 which is 9 inches shorter. I'd take 6'3 over 5'3 definitely and thats equivalent of you taking 6'9 over 5'9
Jdubzz i totally understand you. 6'9 about 3 inches taller than you vs 5'9 which is 9 inches shorter. I'd take 6'3 over 5'3 definitely and thats equivalent of you taking 6'9 over 5'9
James.B 172cm said on 17/Feb/23
I know this guy who would always claim he is 6ft4 1/2. Yet he stood back to back with a friend of mine who claims 187cm and they looked virtually the same height lol.
Still I don’t get why a 6ft2 guy who claim to be 6ft4-6ft5 that’s just silly
I know this guy who would always claim he is 6ft4 1/2. Yet he stood back to back with a friend of mine who claims 187cm and they looked virtually the same height lol.
Still I don’t get why a 6ft2 guy who claim to be 6ft4-6ft5 that’s just silly
James.B 172cm said on 17/Feb/23
A legit 6’2 does stand out more than a flat 6’1 even though its only 1 inch
A legit 6’2 does stand out more than a flat 6’1 even though its only 1 inch
John185 said on 17/Feb/23
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 12/Feb/23
Most would choose 6ft5 over 5ft11, I reckon
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Most men in the world are below 5'11, so the vast majority around 90% would pick 5'11.
In Europe collectively more guys are below 5'11 than above it, so it's also likely that more would pick 5'11 than would 6'5 ..but not by an overwhelming margin. Perhaps 60% - 70% would choose 5'11, and 30% - 40% would pick 6'5.
In Holland, again, around 90% would likely choose 6'5 over 5'11.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 12/Feb/23
Most would choose 6ft5 over 5ft11, I reckon
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Most men in the world are below 5'11, so the vast majority around 90% would pick 5'11.
In Europe collectively more guys are below 5'11 than above it, so it's also likely that more would pick 5'11 than would 6'5 ..but not by an overwhelming margin. Perhaps 60% - 70% would choose 5'11, and 30% - 40% would pick 6'5.
In Holland, again, around 90% would likely choose 6'5 over 5'11.
Jdubbz said on 17/Feb/23
@Caleb 178.8cm
If she was measured by Guinness at 197cm, then that’s how tall she is. They don’t exactly mess around. Maybe you could argue that they use averaged height throughout the day rather than evening height, but at worst she’s a half inch shorter than that and still above 6’5 at her low.
@Caleb 178.8cm
If she was measured by Guinness at 197cm, then that’s how tall she is. They don’t exactly mess around. Maybe you could argue that they use averaged height throughout the day rather than evening height, but at worst she’s a half inch shorter than that and still above 6’5 at her low.
Jdubbz said on 17/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs
That actually looks like a very solid measurement. Proportionally, you look much taller than 5’9 and closer to what you’ve been claiming, plus your measurement backs that up. Was this in the morning, or are you legitimately 6’1?
You definitely proved me wrong, so kudos to you. I’m just truly baffled how a guy your height can be guessed at only 5’9 when you’re obviously taller than that.
@adrianjacobs
That actually looks like a very solid measurement. Proportionally, you look much taller than 5’9 and closer to what you’ve been claiming, plus your measurement backs that up. Was this in the morning, or are you legitimately 6’1?
You definitely proved me wrong, so kudos to you. I’m just truly baffled how a guy your height can be guessed at only 5’9 when you’re obviously taller than that.
George89 said on 16/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee
There's no need to be upset.
@Daniel Lee
There's no need to be upset.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 16/Feb/23
Recorded my height multiple different times today again.
179.96cm 8:40 AM (wakeup)
179.06cm 10:25 AM
178.97cm 11:40 AM
178.67cm 12:20 PM
178.4cm 3:08 PM
178.58cm 6:24 PM
Average: 178.94cm
That's literally 0.01cm off my average height from two days ago (178.95cm).
I walked around for like an hour after 4:00 PM. For the rest of the time I was mostly on my computer.
Recorded my height multiple different times today again.
179.96cm 8:40 AM (wakeup)
179.06cm 10:25 AM
178.97cm 11:40 AM
178.67cm 12:20 PM
178.4cm 3:08 PM
178.58cm 6:24 PM
Average: 178.94cm
That's literally 0.01cm off my average height from two days ago (178.95cm).
I walked around for like an hour after 4:00 PM. For the rest of the time I was mostly on my computer.
Daniel Lee said on 16/Feb/23
6'4 is more similar to 6'5 than 6'3.
6'2 is more similar to 6'3 than 6'1.
6'4 is more similar to 6'5 than 6'3.
6'2 is more similar to 6'3 than 6'1.
SHORTY said on 16/Feb/23
Hey Rob,there's a TV show (reality show) about a 20 something year old woman who looks like an 8 year old called Shauna Rae and I remember it being mentioned that she was only 3 foot 10 inches tall. Maybe you can look into it when you're able. Thanks.
Hey Rob,there's a TV show (reality show) about a 20 something year old woman who looks like an 8 year old called Shauna Rae and I remember it being mentioned that she was only 3 foot 10 inches tall. Maybe you can look into it when you're able. Thanks.
Rockaway said on 16/Feb/23
Sorry I offended you. Let me rephrase - 99% of people would likely choose 5’9 over 6’9 for obvious reasons
Sorry I offended you. Let me rephrase - 99% of people would likely choose 5’9 over 6’9 for obvious reasons
(Billythetreesurgeon) said on 16/Feb/23
Henrik@ I can’t see anyone taking the Micky for someone being 185cm regardless if there above 190cm or not, in any country/region in the world 185cm is pretty perfect I’d imagine regardless if it’s considered tall or no. Maybe where you live there a lot of giants
Henrik@ I can’t see anyone taking the Micky for someone being 185cm regardless if there above 190cm or not, in any country/region in the world 185cm is pretty perfect I’d imagine regardless if it’s considered tall or no. Maybe where you live there a lot of giants
FiveNine said on 16/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Cool … … …
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
@FiveNine
Nice! I'm glad you got to experience that. That's how I feel 99% of the time, and it's a great feeling.
@Jdubbz
Cool … … …
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
@FiveNine
Nice! I'm glad you got to experience that. That's how I feel 99% of the time, and it's a great feeling.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 16/Feb/23
5'7" is a perfect female height for sure.
Taller than most and well builded, but not that big as 5'9-5'10" f models which is equally size of avg men or sometimes even taller.
5'7" is a perfect female height for sure.
Taller than most and well builded, but not that big as 5'9-5'10" f models which is equally size of avg men or sometimes even taller.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 16/Feb/23
adrianjacobs said on 15/Feb/23
Ok. A few years ago here was a guy called "mr funny guy". Also from Sweden. He did claim 6'1" too.
I don't know, maybe it's you ?!)
I have no problem with your video, but it's possible you mark this 185.5 height before the start of video.
This video yet looks solid, but you never know!
adrianjacobs said on 15/Feb/23
Ok. A few years ago here was a guy called "mr funny guy". Also from Sweden. He did claim 6'1" too.
I don't know, maybe it's you ?!)
I have no problem with your video, but it's possible you mark this 185.5 height before the start of video.
This video yet looks solid, but you never know!
Emil said on 16/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs
I've never doubted your height. I'm simply just weirded by how some people could guess you to be 175 cm lol. But the jante law argument makes sense. As a Dane, I'm very familiar with it.
With that said, I'm around 2 cm shorter than you (I usually measure 183.5-184 cm around midday) and I can also attest that I do not feel tall in Copenhagen either. Yours and my height are very common these days.
@adrianjacobs
I've never doubted your height. I'm simply just weirded by how some people could guess you to be 175 cm lol. But the jante law argument makes sense. As a Dane, I'm very familiar with it.
With that said, I'm around 2 cm shorter than you (I usually measure 183.5-184 cm around midday) and I can also attest that I do not feel tall in Copenhagen either. Yours and my height are very common these days.
rlheight5'11 said on 16/Feb/23
@Sandy Cowell
Bobby and I are on good terms, must have been a misunderstanding or something.
@Sandy Cowell
Bobby and I are on good terms, must have been a misunderstanding or something.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 16/Feb/23
My ideal gf is like 6'9 LOL.
My ideal gf is like 6'9 LOL.
Daniel Lee said on 15/Feb/23
@George89
I like to talk about women weight, you can find out .
@George89
I like to talk about women weight, you can find out .
Daniel Lee said on 15/Feb/23
George89 said on 15/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee
I'm 5ft8 and 165lbs and never get called small in terms of weight or frame. In fact because I'm muscular at this height I get called stocky or well built on a semi regular basis.
I assume you're overweight or you suffer from body dismorphia. Which is likely as you seem to spend a lot of time on here. Peace.
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If you are within the world of fitness you would be considered very small, but for a normal guy, you would be called a little big. I think that you have had some lapse, there is not reason why you should think that i have had any type of body dysmorphia. I haven't commented anything about weight here as long as i can remember
George89 said on 15/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee
I'm 5ft8 and 165lbs and never get called small in terms of weight or frame. In fact because I'm muscular at this height I get called stocky or well built on a semi regular basis.
I assume you're overweight or you suffer from body dismorphia. Which is likely as you seem to spend a lot of time on here. Peace.
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If you are within the world of fitness you would be considered very small, but for a normal guy, you would be called a little big. I think that you have had some lapse, there is not reason why you should think that i have had any type of body dysmorphia. I haven't commented anything about weight here as long as i can remember
Daniel Lee said on 15/Feb/23
@Mariana
There isn't difference between 5'3 or 5'3.5, i mean both heights are on the same category. A legit 5'2 (157 cm) doesn't look short.
5'4 to 5'7 are good heights, specially 5'5 to 5'7 in my opinion, but 5'7 doesn't look too feminine.
@Mariana
There isn't difference between 5'3 or 5'3.5, i mean both heights are on the same category. A legit 5'2 (157 cm) doesn't look short.
5'4 to 5'7 are good heights, specially 5'5 to 5'7 in my opinion, but 5'7 doesn't look too feminine.
Poster said on 15/Feb/23
I think 5'2 may be the start of short for white American women in their twenties. It's hard to say. The averages may be 5'4 in some regions and 5'5 in other regions. There may even be higher averages and lower averages in a few rare places.
I think 5'2 may be the start of short for white American women in their twenties. It's hard to say. The averages may be 5'4 in some regions and 5'5 in other regions. There may even be higher averages and lower averages in a few rare places.
rlheight5'11 said on 15/Feb/23
@Editor Rob
Some people ask these kinds of questions on Reddit Click Here but Bobby is right about grammarly and writing in general. I said he was beating around the bush but I take it back and also my recent statements to him.
@Editor Rob
Some people ask these kinds of questions on Reddit Click Here but Bobby is right about grammarly and writing in general. I said he was beating around the bush but I take it back and also my recent statements to him.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 15/Feb/23
@Progking185
In the Netherlands, it could be seen as slightly above average, but in the UK, it is pretty tall.
@Progking185
In the Netherlands, it could be seen as slightly above average, but in the UK, it is pretty tall.
jokey said on 15/Feb/23
adrianposter said on 14/Feb/23
What height do you guys think I’ll be if I’m 179-180 range at 16 years and 3 months?
I'd expect 6 foot at least if you havent stopped growing. I was around 5'8.5 at your age, now bang on 5'11. But you should ask your doctor if you really want to know it and get an accurate estimate.
adrianposter said on 14/Feb/23
What height do you guys think I’ll be if I’m 179-180 range at 16 years and 3 months?
I'd expect 6 foot at least if you havent stopped growing. I was around 5'8.5 at your age, now bang on 5'11. But you should ask your doctor if you really want to know it and get an accurate estimate.
rlheight5'11 said on 15/Feb/23
@Bobby
You're right and I'm wrong, grammarly only suggests words and corrects errors.
I take back what I said before.
@Bobby
You're right and I'm wrong, grammarly only suggests words and corrects errors.
I take back what I said before.
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
Obviously the vast majority of people would choose 5'9 over 6'9, given that the vast majority of people are much closer to 5'9 than 6'9. I just can't fathom how someone can say I'm not of "sound mind" for choosing a height than is significantly closer to mine over one that is over 9 inches shorter.
Obviously the vast majority of people would choose 5'9 over 6'9, given that the vast majority of people are much closer to 5'9 than 6'9. I just can't fathom how someone can say I'm not of "sound mind" for choosing a height than is significantly closer to mine over one that is over 9 inches shorter.
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
@Henrik
Lol, I hope a 191 or 192cm guy never jokes around calling a 185cm man "little guy" given how many 2 meter or taller dudes are walking around in Sweden.
@Henrik
Lol, I hope a 191 or 192cm guy never jokes around calling a 185cm man "little guy" given how many 2 meter or taller dudes are walking around in Sweden.
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
@FiveNine
Nice! I'm glad you got to experience that. That's how I feel 99% of the time, and it's a great feeling.
@FiveNine
Nice! I'm glad you got to experience that. That's how I feel 99% of the time, and it's a great feeling.
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
@Rockaway
Why is this so difficult for you to grasp? I'll explain it to you one more time so it can sink in.
I am 2.75 inches from 6'9 and 9.25 inches from 5'9. It is much easier to adjust to gaining 2.75 inches than losing 9.25. If you don't understand why I'd rather go from 6'6.25 to 6'9 than 6'6.25 to 5'9, YOU are the one who is not of sound mind.
Oh sorry, do you want me to lie and say that being very tall sucks and I'd rather lose nearly a foot of height than gain a few inches? Sure buddy, whatever makes you feel better about yourself.
@Rockaway
Why is this so difficult for you to grasp? I'll explain it to you one more time so it can sink in.
I am 2.75 inches from 6'9 and 9.25 inches from 5'9. It is much easier to adjust to gaining 2.75 inches than losing 9.25. If you don't understand why I'd rather go from 6'6.25 to 6'9 than 6'6.25 to 5'9, YOU are the one who is not of sound mind.
Oh sorry, do you want me to lie and say that being very tall sucks and I'd rather lose nearly a foot of height than gain a few inches? Sure buddy, whatever makes you feel better about yourself.
adrianjacobs said on 15/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM @Cbrady @Emil @Jdubbz @Peter 180cm
I uploaded a video where I measure myself if you don't believe me. It wasn't very easy to film with my phone, so I would appreciate if you told me if it looks like I overmeasure myself in any way. Here it is: Click Here
@QM6'1.5"QM @Cbrady @Emil @Jdubbz @Peter 180cm
I uploaded a video where I measure myself if you don't believe me. It wasn't very easy to film with my phone, so I would appreciate if you told me if it looks like I overmeasure myself in any way. Here it is: Click Here
Kellan said on 15/Feb/23
5'11" over 6'5" by far
6'1" over 6'3"
I don't value being tall strongly like most men do.
I'd say the ideal height for women is exactly the average in a country, 5'4"-5'6" in US and Europe.
I'd consider someone "giant" at a foot above average, 6'9"+ for men in US/UK and 6'4"+ for women.
5'11" over 6'5" by far
6'1" over 6'3"
I don't value being tall strongly like most men do.
I'd say the ideal height for women is exactly the average in a country, 5'4"-5'6" in US and Europe.
I'd consider someone "giant" at a foot above average, 6'9"+ for men in US/UK and 6'4"+ for women.
7272 said on 15/Feb/23
I got measured at 176.5 at 3 PM. Do I just claim that height?
Editor Rob
I got measured at 176.5 at 3 PM. Do I just claim that height?
Editor RobAbout 5ft 9.5 could be a good claim.
John185 said on 15/Feb/23
Mariana said on 14/Feb/23
Let's discuss a bit female height guys. Do you all and Rob also agree that the ideal or the absolutely perfect height for a woman is 5'7 to 5'7 3/4? The full 5'8 and over looks too tall and masculine, while 5'5 1/2 to 5'6 1/2 looks average/medium and 5'3 1/2 to 5'5 mixed short/average, while 5'3 and under looks like clearly short.
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I would say that women over 5'9.5 look a bit too tall, and certainly it's getting in to more of a masculine height range.
As a 6'0.75 guy, women start to look short from my perspective at around 5'4 ..although this is of course still the lower end of average.
My preference for women that I date is 5'7 - 5'9 (170cm - 176cm).
Mariana said on 14/Feb/23
Let's discuss a bit female height guys. Do you all and Rob also agree that the ideal or the absolutely perfect height for a woman is 5'7 to 5'7 3/4? The full 5'8 and over looks too tall and masculine, while 5'5 1/2 to 5'6 1/2 looks average/medium and 5'3 1/2 to 5'5 mixed short/average, while 5'3 and under looks like clearly short.
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I would say that women over 5'9.5 look a bit too tall, and certainly it's getting in to more of a masculine height range.
As a 6'0.75 guy, women start to look short from my perspective at around 5'4 ..although this is of course still the lower end of average.
My preference for women that I date is 5'7 - 5'9 (170cm - 176cm).
Progking185 said on 15/Feb/23
@Qm6'1.5 yeah 6'1 is a pretty normal height though, could see it as barely above average some places. But really most places it is quite tall, just not standout like a 6'4+ guy who is tall pretty much everywhere
@Qm6'1.5 yeah 6'1 is a pretty normal height though, could see it as barely above average some places. But really most places it is quite tall, just not standout like a 6'4+ guy who is tall pretty much everywhere
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
Arch Stanton said on 14/Feb/23
Makes perfect sense. as build can grossly distort people's perception. Kevin Nash here looks a normal guy Click Here whereas Crouch looks freakish even bending down like that to put for golf. Click Here Obviously anything over 6 ft 10 is a legit giant and will never look normal regardless of build. My point was that it's often super skinny guys who get the freakishly tall labels even when they're not true giants.
I don't know...I definitely get where you're coming from, but I'd still have to disagree. Peter Crouch is of course much lankier than Kevin Nash and looks taller on his own, but up close Kevin Nash would be much more intimidating and give off a much more freakish vibe. Peter Crouch is basically a normal guy with an average sized upper body but very long limbs that stretch him to to 6'7-6'8. Kevin Nash is a legit giant who is a normal dude proportionally scaled up to 6'8-9. Between the two, I would consider Kevin Nash to be "freaky tall" and Peter Crouch to be "freaky lanky".
Peter Crouch is 3cm taller than me and probably 2/3rds of my weight. Kevin Nash is at least 5cm taller than me and at least 60lbs heavier. Despite the fact that Peter would look taller at a distance, Kevin would be much more imposing and more likely to leave a "freaky tall" impression up close.
Arch Stanton said on 14/Feb/23
Makes perfect sense. as build can grossly distort people's perception. Kevin Nash here looks a normal guy Click Here whereas Crouch looks freakish even bending down like that to put for golf. Click Here Obviously anything over 6 ft 10 is a legit giant and will never look normal regardless of build. My point was that it's often super skinny guys who get the freakishly tall labels even when they're not true giants.
I don't know...I definitely get where you're coming from, but I'd still have to disagree. Peter Crouch is of course much lankier than Kevin Nash and looks taller on his own, but up close Kevin Nash would be much more intimidating and give off a much more freakish vibe. Peter Crouch is basically a normal guy with an average sized upper body but very long limbs that stretch him to to 6'7-6'8. Kevin Nash is a legit giant who is a normal dude proportionally scaled up to 6'8-9. Between the two, I would consider Kevin Nash to be "freaky tall" and Peter Crouch to be "freaky lanky".
Peter Crouch is 3cm taller than me and probably 2/3rds of my weight. Kevin Nash is at least 5cm taller than me and at least 60lbs heavier. Despite the fact that Peter would look taller at a distance, Kevin would be much more imposing and more likely to leave a "freaky tall" impression up close.
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
@Alex
6'3 over 6'1 without any doubt or hesitation.
@Alex
6'3 over 6'1 without any doubt or hesitation.
Jdubbz said on 15/Feb/23
@Mariana:
5'7 is a great height for women, but to me it's not ideal or absolutely perfect. That would be 5'5-5'6.
@Mariana:
5'7 is a great height for women, but to me it's not ideal or absolutely perfect. That would be 5'5-5'6.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 15/Feb/23
6’1 and 6’3 are both tall heights, but 6’3 is where it starts to go into the very tall zone and you’ll stand out more, whereas 6’1 is just a solid tall height and you’re already taller than 85-90% of men so I’ll go with 6’1.
6’1 and 6’3 are both tall heights, but 6’3 is where it starts to go into the very tall zone and you’ll stand out more, whereas 6’1 is just a solid tall height and you’re already taller than 85-90% of men so I’ll go with 6’1.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 15/Feb/23
@Mariana
I think anywhere between 5’3-5’7 is ideal for me as a 5’11 guy. I think over 5’8 is where it gets closer to my height and under 5’2 is where it gets too short for me.
And 5’3 is not short for a girl, it’s only an inch below average in the UK or the US. 5’1 and below is where it gets short.
@Mariana
I think anywhere between 5’3-5’7 is ideal for me as a 5’11 guy. I think over 5’8 is where it gets closer to my height and under 5’2 is where it gets too short for me.
And 5’3 is not short for a girl, it’s only an inch below average in the UK or the US. 5’1 and below is where it gets short.
Emil said on 15/Feb/23
@Cbrady
Hahaha bloody hell you dug deep for that one.
Yes that was actually me. Well, I was 19, and didn't know any better.
I've grown half an inch since then, but sadly I never had a photo with Cooper. These days I'm 100% sure he's taller than me though 😂
@Cbrady
Hahaha bloody hell you dug deep for that one.
Yes that was actually me. Well, I was 19, and didn't know any better.
I've grown half an inch since then, but sadly I never had a photo with Cooper. These days I'm 100% sure he's taller than me though 😂
James.B 172cm said on 15/Feb/23
Arch Stanton said on 14/Feb/23
Jdubbz said on 11/Feb/23
@Arch Stanton:
That doesn't make much sense. Freaky tall should mean freaky tall, not freaky lanky. We're talking about height here, not body shape. Olivier Richters for example is 7'2, and even though he's not lanky at all, he sure would look freakishly tall close up. If anything, he would give more of a gigantic impression than a lanky tall guy of similar height.
Makes perfect sense. as build can grossly distort people's perception. Kevin Nash here looks a normal guy Click Here whereas Crouch looks freakish even bending down like that to put for golf. Click Here Obviously anything over 6 ft 10 is a legit giant and will never look normal regardless of build. My point was that it's often super skinny guys who get the freakishly tall labels even when they're not true giants.
Even Jeff Goldblum at a strong 6’4 could freaky because of his proportions
Arch Stanton said on 14/Feb/23
Jdubbz said on 11/Feb/23
@Arch Stanton:
That doesn't make much sense. Freaky tall should mean freaky tall, not freaky lanky. We're talking about height here, not body shape. Olivier Richters for example is 7'2, and even though he's not lanky at all, he sure would look freakishly tall close up. If anything, he would give more of a gigantic impression than a lanky tall guy of similar height.
Makes perfect sense. as build can grossly distort people's perception. Kevin Nash here looks a normal guy Click Here whereas Crouch looks freakish even bending down like that to put for golf. Click Here Obviously anything over 6 ft 10 is a legit giant and will never look normal regardless of build. My point was that it's often super skinny guys who get the freakishly tall labels even when they're not true giants.
Even Jeff Goldblum at a strong 6’4 could freaky because of his proportions
Henrik said on 15/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM
185cm would be a solid height in Sweden, but whether it would be considered tall is a different story. It would be far from towering and probably very few people, if any, would remark that you are tall. Some guys who are 190cm and above might joke with you that you are a little guy for being cms below 190cm. I would personally consider 185cm upper medium range.
@QM6'1.5"QM
185cm would be a solid height in Sweden, but whether it would be considered tall is a different story. It would be far from towering and probably very few people, if any, would remark that you are tall. Some guys who are 190cm and above might joke with you that you are a little guy for being cms below 190cm. I would personally consider 185cm upper medium range.
adrianjacobs said on 15/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM
What do you mean is the eye level of a guy who's 6ft to 6ft1? You do realize it's about 172?
@QM6'1.5"QM
What do you mean is the eye level of a guy who's 6ft to 6ft1? You do realize it's about 172?
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 15/Feb/23
@Mariana
Masculinity is about features not height. Ideal is a personal preference, no? Personally my ideal gf would be like 6'7. I know I'd constantly be stared at when I went out with her but honestly I couldn't care less, I love long legs.
@Mariana
Masculinity is about features not height. Ideal is a personal preference, no? Personally my ideal gf would be like 6'7. I know I'd constantly be stared at when I went out with her but honestly I couldn't care less, I love long legs.
George89 said on 15/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee
I'm 5ft8 and 165lbs and never get called small in terms of weight or frame. In fact because I'm muscular at this height I get called stocky or well built on a semi regular basis.
I assume you're overweight or you suffer from body dismorphia. Which is likely as you seem to spend a lot of time on here. Peace.
@Daniel Lee
I'm 5ft8 and 165lbs and never get called small in terms of weight or frame. In fact because I'm muscular at this height I get called stocky or well built on a semi regular basis.
I assume you're overweight or you suffer from body dismorphia. Which is likely as you seem to spend a lot of time on here. Peace.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 15/Feb/23
I'd take 6'1 over 6'3. Here's an interesting one for you and apologies in advance Rob if this sort of stuff isn't allowed on here but asking the guys, would you rather be 5'5 with an 8 inch penis or 6'3 with a 4 inch penis?.
I'd take 6'1 over 6'3. Here's an interesting one for you and apologies in advance Rob if this sort of stuff isn't allowed on here but asking the guys, would you rather be 5'5 with an 8 inch penis or 6'3 with a 4 inch penis?.
Canson said on 15/Feb/23
@Rockaway: I’d choose 6’3 over 6’6” even at my height. Not sure about 6’9 over 5’9 but likely 5’9”
@Rockaway: I’d choose 6’3 over 6’6” even at my height. Not sure about 6’9 over 5’9 but likely 5’9”
Caleb 178.8cm said on 14/Feb/23
I checked my height five different times today. Here are the measurements:
9:20 AM - 180.00cm (yes, I waked up late lol)
11:15 AM - 179.08cm
12:23 PM - 178.83cm
3:47 PM - 178.42cm
8:01 PM - 178.41cm
The average of the measurements comes out to 178.95cm or 5'10.45. I did a little bit of walking today, but not much (like less than ten minutes throughout the whole day). I spent most of my time at my desk on my computer. Didn't do any heavy lifting. I'll take measurements five times again some other day in the future and see what I get and how it compares to the 178.95cm that I averaged at today. I'll try not to do much walking or heavy lifting though like today.
I checked my height five different times today. Here are the measurements:
9:20 AM - 180.00cm (yes, I waked up late lol)
11:15 AM - 179.08cm
12:23 PM - 178.83cm
3:47 PM - 178.42cm
8:01 PM - 178.41cm
The average of the measurements comes out to 178.95cm or 5'10.45. I did a little bit of walking today, but not much (like less than ten minutes throughout the whole day). I spent most of my time at my desk on my computer. Didn't do any heavy lifting. I'll take measurements five times again some other day in the future and see what I get and how it compares to the 178.95cm that I averaged at today. I'll try not to do much walking or heavy lifting though like today.
adrianposter said on 14/Feb/23
What height do you guys think I’ll be if I’m 179-180 range at 16 years and 3 months?
What height do you guys think I’ll be if I’m 179-180 range at 16 years and 3 months?
Mariana said on 14/Feb/23
Let's discuss a bit female height guys. Do you all and Rob also agree that the ideal or the absolutely perfect height for a woman is 5'7 to 5'7 3/4? The full 5'8 and over looks too tall and masculine, while 5'5 1/2 to 5'6 1/2 looks average/medium and 5'3 1/2 to 5'5 mixed short/average, while 5'3 and under looks like clearly short.
Editor Rob
Let's discuss a bit female height guys. Do you all and Rob also agree that the ideal or the absolutely perfect height for a woman is 5'7 to 5'7 3/4? The full 5'8 and over looks too tall and masculine, while 5'5 1/2 to 5'6 1/2 looks average/medium and 5'3 1/2 to 5'5 mixed short/average, while 5'3 and under looks like clearly short.
Editor RobI can see the 5ft 7 range being an ideal range, but I've known many women who want to be taller than 5ft 7...even Jenny would have liked to be 5ft 10!
Rockaway said on 14/Feb/23
Sorry, not buying that anyone of sound mind would choose to be 6’9 over 5’9 unless you plan on playing in the NBA.
Sorry, not buying that anyone of sound mind would choose to be 6’9 over 5’9 unless you plan on playing in the NBA.
FiveNine said on 14/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
228lbs+6’6” Nice Combination …
SideNote:
Was about a half foot taller than most at a barefoot-party until
the remaining husbands showed up …
Good feeling of being much taller in a crowd …
Summed up in 6’0 words —
— Got to Tower for an Hour —
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Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 13/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Your height of 6’6” is very good because you don’t
mind being a little underweight/thin build …
True, I wouldn't mind being underweight or thin if I could keep my height. That's not an issue for me though as I'm currently 228lbs.
@Jdubbz
228lbs+6’6” Nice Combination …
SideNote:
Was about a half foot taller than most at a barefoot-party until
the remaining husbands showed up …
Good feeling of being much taller in a crowd …
Summed up in 6’0 words —
— Got to Tower for an Hour —
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Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 13/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Your height of 6’6” is very good because you don’t
mind being a little underweight/thin build …
True, I wouldn't mind being underweight or thin if I could keep my height. That's not an issue for me though as I'm currently 228lbs.
Jawilder said on 14/Feb/23
If I was real close to 6’5, and I liked it, then yea I would choose 6’5 over 5’11. But that’s already 99%. The average man in the world is what like 5’7 max? 5’11 is a far more desirable height for most.
If I was real close to 6’5, and I liked it, then yea I would choose 6’5 over 5’11. But that’s already 99%. The average man in the world is what like 5’7 max? 5’11 is a far more desirable height for most.
Jawilder said on 14/Feb/23
5’9 and it’s not remotely close. I realize it’s subjective but majority would much rather be 5’9.
5’9 and it’s not remotely close. I realize it’s subjective but majority would much rather be 5’9.
Jawilder said on 14/Feb/23
Most would definitely not choose 6’5 over 5’11. That’s false.
Most would definitely not choose 6’5 over 5’11. That’s false.
Jawilder said on 14/Feb/23
6’1 or 6’3. That’s super tough for me. I’ll go 6’1.
6’1 or 6’3. That’s super tough for me. I’ll go 6’1.
Arch Stanton said on 14/Feb/23
Jdubbz said on 11/Feb/23
@Arch Stanton:
That doesn't make much sense. Freaky tall should mean freaky tall, not freaky lanky. We're talking about height here, not body shape. Olivier Richters for example is 7'2, and even though he's not lanky at all, he sure would look freakishly tall close up. If anything, he would give more of a gigantic impression than a lanky tall guy of similar height.
Makes perfect sense. as build can grossly distort people's perception. Kevin Nash here looks a normal guy Click Here whereas Crouch looks freakish even bending down like that to put for golf. Click Here Obviously anything over 6 ft 10 is a legit giant and will never look normal regardless of build. My point was that it's often super skinny guys who get the freakishly tall labels even when they're not true giants.
Jdubbz said on 11/Feb/23
@Arch Stanton:
That doesn't make much sense. Freaky tall should mean freaky tall, not freaky lanky. We're talking about height here, not body shape. Olivier Richters for example is 7'2, and even though he's not lanky at all, he sure would look freakishly tall close up. If anything, he would give more of a gigantic impression than a lanky tall guy of similar height.
Makes perfect sense. as build can grossly distort people's perception. Kevin Nash here looks a normal guy Click Here whereas Crouch looks freakish even bending down like that to put for golf. Click Here Obviously anything over 6 ft 10 is a legit giant and will never look normal regardless of build. My point was that it's often super skinny guys who get the freakishly tall labels even when they're not true giants.
Cbrady said on 14/Feb/23
Am I mistaken or did adrianjacobs not post a picture of himself walking in a crowd of people and most people seemed to think he looked 5-9 to 5-10 and not over six foot as he claims?
@Emil--Was that you who posted on Bradley Cooper's height page on July 14 2013? It seems like you posted that you were hoping you could get a photo with Bradley Cooper (among others) to prove he was 5-11.5 just like you are?
Am I mistaken or did adrianjacobs not post a picture of himself walking in a crowd of people and most people seemed to think he looked 5-9 to 5-10 and not over six foot as he claims?
@Emil--Was that you who posted on Bradley Cooper's height page on July 14 2013? It seems like you posted that you were hoping you could get a photo with Bradley Cooper (among others) to prove he was 5-11.5 just like you are?
adrianjacobs said on 14/Feb/23
@Henrik
You could have mentioned the fact that you were literally guessed 3-4 inches shorter than you are.
@Henrik
You could have mentioned the fact that you were literally guessed 3-4 inches shorter than you are.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 14/Feb/23
adrianjacobs said on 14/Feb/23
I've never heard before that 6'3" (190cms) person might/will be guessed at 6ft ...
Maybe it's some old scandinavian rituals or twisted state of mind ...
Adrian, you always claim you're 6'0 or 6'1" with eye level like 171cms ..ok, what's your problem to measuring yourself correctly ?
Hard covered book or aerosol + measuring tape and some good wall/floor = your real barefeet height!
But all these stories is confused and unbelievable messages.
No hate, just my comment.
adrianjacobs said on 14/Feb/23
I've never heard before that 6'3" (190cms) person might/will be guessed at 6ft ...
Maybe it's some old scandinavian rituals or twisted state of mind ...
Adrian, you always claim you're 6'0 or 6'1" with eye level like 171cms ..ok, what's your problem to measuring yourself correctly ?
Hard covered book or aerosol + measuring tape and some good wall/floor = your real barefeet height!
But all these stories is confused and unbelievable messages.
No hate, just my comment.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 14/Feb/23
Henrik said on 14/Feb/23
It's hard to imagine for me that's real 185-185.5cms guy like Mark Gatiss or Cristiano Ronaldo will be just "average" there in Sweden!
But these swedish height understimates is too much weird and redicilous. How someone of X height getting 3-4inches more shorter guesses ... It's mistery or something going wrong with swedish mind :)
Henrik said on 14/Feb/23
It's hard to imagine for me that's real 185-185.5cms guy like Mark Gatiss or Cristiano Ronaldo will be just "average" there in Sweden!
But these swedish height understimates is too much weird and redicilous. How someone of X height getting 3-4inches more shorter guesses ... It's mistery or something going wrong with swedish mind :)
Kevin said on 14/Feb/23
Alex 6'0 said on 13/Feb/23
Heres a tougher one. 6'1 or 6'3?
6'1" easily. It's the perfect height.
Alex 6'0 said on 13/Feb/23
Heres a tougher one. 6'1 or 6'3?
6'1" easily. It's the perfect height.
James.B 172cm said on 14/Feb/23
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 13/Feb/23
5'8 and 170 pounds looks small, unless you are chubby or fat. I hope to reach 195 pounds and them cut to 185 pounds of muscle.
170 is actually slightly overweight for 5ft8.
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 13/Feb/23
5'8 and 170 pounds looks small, unless you are chubby or fat. I hope to reach 195 pounds and them cut to 185 pounds of muscle.
170 is actually slightly overweight for 5ft8.
Henrik said on 14/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Well, I do believe height matters in Sweden as much as any other Western country, but I do think that you in Sweden generally do not get away with claiming to be taller. My brother for instance is 6ft to 6ft 1, clearly a medium-sized guy per Swedish standards. I feel there is no chance he'd get away with claiming 6ft 2 or 3, while probably no one would bat an eye if he claimed a lower measurement, like 5ft 11. Whereas in the US or UK, people sometimes do get away with inflating, except to height experts like Rob Paul.
This might come from what we call the jantelagen in Swedish (Law of Jante in English), which in short is an unwritten law in the Swedish/Scandinavian mentality that you shall never think you are better than anyone and always strive to be mediocre. Maybe the jantelagen influences people to have a more pessimistical view on height.
@Jdubbz
Well, I do believe height matters in Sweden as much as any other Western country, but I do think that you in Sweden generally do not get away with claiming to be taller. My brother for instance is 6ft to 6ft 1, clearly a medium-sized guy per Swedish standards. I feel there is no chance he'd get away with claiming 6ft 2 or 3, while probably no one would bat an eye if he claimed a lower measurement, like 5ft 11. Whereas in the US or UK, people sometimes do get away with inflating, except to height experts like Rob Paul.
This might come from what we call the jantelagen in Swedish (Law of Jante in English), which in short is an unwritten law in the Swedish/Scandinavian mentality that you shall never think you are better than anyone and always strive to be mediocre. Maybe the jantelagen influences people to have a more pessimistical view on height.
Emil said on 14/Feb/23
Alex 6'0 said on 13/Feb/23
Heres a tougher one. 6'1 or 6'3?
@Alex, I'd pick 6'1.
Alex 6'0 said on 13/Feb/23
Heres a tougher one. 6'1 or 6'3?
@Alex, I'd pick 6'1.
Gian 181cm said on 14/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
To me, what he says is confirmation bias and cherry picking.
I always prefer to give preference to scientific research than anecdotal reports, I myself make it clear to be skeptical when I talk about any report about height in my conception because precisely because I go to the same places due to my routine, my perception is obviously biased.
I want to make it clear that this is not an offense to anyone, I respect people and not ideas/opinions.
@Jdubbz
To me, what he says is confirmation bias and cherry picking.
I always prefer to give preference to scientific research than anecdotal reports, I myself make it clear to be skeptical when I talk about any report about height in my conception because precisely because I go to the same places due to my routine, my perception is obviously biased.
I want to make it clear that this is not an offense to anyone, I respect people and not ideas/opinions.
adrianjacobs said on 14/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
I've been measured at a doctor at 6'1 and it's the same when I measure myself at home. I've tried everything, measuring my hair when it's really short, measuring at different places and using different measuring tapes. Still the same thing. My eyelevel is pretty low though for some reason, like 171cm or maybe slightly more.
So I doubt that I'm significantly shorter than I think I am. I really don't know what I'm doing wrong when I measure myself in that case.
I don't know if @Henrik is going to answer your comment, but in a comment he wrote a couple of weeks ago here, he said he is almost 6'2, and that he's been guessed at 5'9-5'11. He lives in Sweden too.
@Jdubbz
I've been measured at a doctor at 6'1 and it's the same when I measure myself at home. I've tried everything, measuring my hair when it's really short, measuring at different places and using different measuring tapes. Still the same thing. My eyelevel is pretty low though for some reason, like 171cm or maybe slightly more.
So I doubt that I'm significantly shorter than I think I am. I really don't know what I'm doing wrong when I measure myself in that case.
I don't know if @Henrik is going to answer your comment, but in a comment he wrote a couple of weeks ago here, he said he is almost 6'2, and that he's been guessed at 5'9-5'11. He lives in Sweden too.
adrianjacobs said on 14/Feb/23
@Emil
I'm going to guess you were referring to me and not @adrianposter. As I said, I don't why it's like that here. I'm guessing it's something about Swedish mentality and how you're not supposed to think you're better than you are ("jantelagen"). People like putting others down too and when they see a slightly unattractive person, they're going to guess an unattractive height.
People are ridiculously tall here as well but still think of heights as in the olden days when the average was lower. So they see a guy who looks average and think "that guy must be like 178cm" or a guy who is slightly taller than average and think "he must be 183", when in reality they are like 185cm and 190cm tall respectively.
@Emil
I'm going to guess you were referring to me and not @adrianposter. As I said, I don't why it's like that here. I'm guessing it's something about Swedish mentality and how you're not supposed to think you're better than you are ("jantelagen"). People like putting others down too and when they see a slightly unattractive person, they're going to guess an unattractive height.
People are ridiculously tall here as well but still think of heights as in the olden days when the average was lower. So they see a guy who looks average and think "that guy must be like 178cm" or a guy who is slightly taller than average and think "he must be 183", when in reality they are like 185cm and 190cm tall respectively.
Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
For the people who say "the world isn't built for very tall people", that may be true on a larger scale. The great thing about being a human is that we have the ability to change our local environment. A 6'9 dude for example isn't forced to live in a tiny house with short counters and short doorways, or to drive in a car with little legroom or headroom. No one is forcing him to fly economy and be miserable. We can tailor our environment to be more suitable for our height.
It's not CHEAP, and it does take some effort, but yes it is entirely possible to be comfortable in this world at extremely tall heights. I'm not even talking about my own height of 6'6, but people much taller than that. Even those who are 7 foot or taller
Those who think that being super tall = always miserable and uncomfortable clearly have no clue what they're talking about. Yes, I would rather be 6'9 than 5'9 because I love the advantages of being really tall and have the ability to mitigate the disadvantages. I understand why most people would disagree, but I'm not most people.
For the people who say "the world isn't built for very tall people", that may be true on a larger scale. The great thing about being a human is that we have the ability to change our local environment. A 6'9 dude for example isn't forced to live in a tiny house with short counters and short doorways, or to drive in a car with little legroom or headroom. No one is forcing him to fly economy and be miserable. We can tailor our environment to be more suitable for our height.
It's not CHEAP, and it does take some effort, but yes it is entirely possible to be comfortable in this world at extremely tall heights. I'm not even talking about my own height of 6'6, but people much taller than that. Even those who are 7 foot or taller
Those who think that being super tall = always miserable and uncomfortable clearly have no clue what they're talking about. Yes, I would rather be 6'9 than 5'9 because I love the advantages of being really tall and have the ability to mitigate the disadvantages. I understand why most people would disagree, but I'm not most people.
Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 13/Feb/23
@adrianposter
Well respected? I don't respect very tall people anymore than average or short people. Being tall isn't an achievement, it's a genetic lottery.
Maybe you don't, but most people do. At least subconsciously. There is a reason tall people typically earn more and are generally more successful in life. Subconscious respect for those who are bigger than you. At a more basic level, That's not even just a human thing - it's an animal thing.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 13/Feb/23
@adrianposter
Well respected? I don't respect very tall people anymore than average or short people. Being tall isn't an achievement, it's a genetic lottery.
Maybe you don't, but most people do. At least subconsciously. There is a reason tall people typically earn more and are generally more successful in life. Subconscious respect for those who are bigger than you. At a more basic level, That's not even just a human thing - it's an animal thing.
Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 13/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Your height of 6’6” is very good because you don’t
mind being a little underweight/thin build …
True, I wouldn't mind being underweight or thin if I could keep my height. That's not an issue for me though as I'm currently 228lbs.
FiveNine said on 13/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Your height of 6’6” is very good because you don’t
mind being a little underweight/thin build …
True, I wouldn't mind being underweight or thin if I could keep my height. That's not an issue for me though as I'm currently 228lbs.
Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
James.B 172cm said on 13/Feb/23
Bizarre why anyone would want to be 6’9 over 5’9. The world is not designed for people who are that huge.
What's bizarre is the fact that you can't understand why I'd rather be 3 inches taller than 9 inches shorter. Would you rather be 4'10 or 5'10? Yeah, exactly. It's the same logic for me, except I'm 11 inches taller.
The downsides of being tall are very very overhyped on this site for some reason.
James.B 172cm said on 13/Feb/23
Bizarre why anyone would want to be 6’9 over 5’9. The world is not designed for people who are that huge.
What's bizarre is the fact that you can't understand why I'd rather be 3 inches taller than 9 inches shorter. Would you rather be 4'10 or 5'10? Yeah, exactly. It's the same logic for me, except I'm 11 inches taller.
The downsides of being tall are very very overhyped on this site for some reason.
Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
Rockaway said on 13/Feb/23
6’9 over 5’9…? 6’6 over 6’3..?
Come on now, let’s be serious…
I am 100% dead serious. Why do you think I'm not? Also, I am already 6'6, so my opinions should not surprise you.
Rockaway said on 13/Feb/23
6’9 over 5’9…? 6’6 over 6’3..?
Come on now, let’s be serious…
I am 100% dead serious. Why do you think I'm not? Also, I am already 6'6, so my opinions should not surprise you.
Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
Darksol64 said on 13/Feb/23
As far as the 5'11 or 6'5 debate goes....yes, it's possible to have absolute garbage proportions at 6'5 especially if you're super lanky like that dude Rob has listed on here 6'5 146 pounds and super long neck narrow body. I'd take a strong-framed wide shouldered 5'11 over that without a doubt.
Yes, I agree 100%. Proportions matter a huge deal. I would always take 6'5 over 5'11 since I'm taller than 6'5 already, but I'm lucky to have "normal person scaled up" type proportions, as opposed to the very tall guys who have the upper body of a normal person, but just super long arms and legs. Lanky proportions aren't the worst thing in the world, but they're not really desirable.
If you're talking about the 6'5 celeb that I think you are (Robert Nairne), then I totally agree being that lanky looking is undesirable. Nothing against him, but that sort of body type does start to look a bit "goofy", for lack of a better word. It's just not a great combination. Long head, skinny arms and legs, narrow shoulders, etc.
Now, being very tall but having proportions like Ken Kirzinger or Daniel Cudmore (6'6.5") is a totally different story. You need frame width to balance out height. I wouldn't mind being even taller than I am now, as long as my proportions remained balanced. Unfortunately, that seems to be pretty rare looking at most of the super tall 6'7+ guys out there.
Darksol64 said on 13/Feb/23
As far as the 5'11 or 6'5 debate goes....yes, it's possible to have absolute garbage proportions at 6'5 especially if you're super lanky like that dude Rob has listed on here 6'5 146 pounds and super long neck narrow body. I'd take a strong-framed wide shouldered 5'11 over that without a doubt.
Yes, I agree 100%. Proportions matter a huge deal. I would always take 6'5 over 5'11 since I'm taller than 6'5 already, but I'm lucky to have "normal person scaled up" type proportions, as opposed to the very tall guys who have the upper body of a normal person, but just super long arms and legs. Lanky proportions aren't the worst thing in the world, but they're not really desirable.
If you're talking about the 6'5 celeb that I think you are (Robert Nairne), then I totally agree being that lanky looking is undesirable. Nothing against him, but that sort of body type does start to look a bit "goofy", for lack of a better word. It's just not a great combination. Long head, skinny arms and legs, narrow shoulders, etc.
Now, being very tall but having proportions like Ken Kirzinger or Daniel Cudmore (6'6.5") is a totally different story. You need frame width to balance out height. I wouldn't mind being even taller than I am now, as long as my proportions remained balanced. Unfortunately, that seems to be pretty rare looking at most of the super tall 6'7+ guys out there.
Jdubbz said on 14/Feb/23
Can anyone who is from or lives in Sweden confirm that what adrianjacobs is saying is true? Height inflation is present in basically every western country (maybe every country), so to say that people in Sweden somehow buck the trend and DEFLATE height sounds very far fetched to me.
What differentiates Sweden from any other country where being a tall male is desirable, and thus height claims skew upwards?
Again, it sounds more like the guy is significantly shorter than he thinks he is and is just upgrading everyone else to compensate. A legit 6'0-1 guy isn't going to be consistently guessed at 5'9 in any Western country. It's just too far fetched to believe. Even with a huge forehead or otherwise bad proportions.
Can anyone who is from or lives in Sweden confirm that what adrianjacobs is saying is true? Height inflation is present in basically every western country (maybe every country), so to say that people in Sweden somehow buck the trend and DEFLATE height sounds very far fetched to me.
What differentiates Sweden from any other country where being a tall male is desirable, and thus height claims skew upwards?
Again, it sounds more like the guy is significantly shorter than he thinks he is and is just upgrading everyone else to compensate. A legit 6'0-1 guy isn't going to be consistently guessed at 5'9 in any Western country. It's just too far fetched to believe. Even with a huge forehead or otherwise bad proportions.
Henrik said on 14/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM
Well, that's the thing. Since some mistake 6ft 1 for 6ft 3, they underestimate how tall a legit 6ft 3 (who is near 6ft 4 out of bed) really is.
@QM6'1.5"QM
Well, that's the thing. Since some mistake 6ft 1 for 6ft 3, they underestimate how tall a legit 6ft 3 (who is near 6ft 4 out of bed) really is.
Canson said on 13/Feb/23
@Rampage: for a taller guy like us at 6’4”, we would probably choose 6’5” but for someone who is 5’10 or under or even say 6’0, they’d choose 5’11 more than likely. At least that’s how I see it here on this site
@Rampage: for a taller guy like us at 6’4”, we would probably choose 6’5” but for someone who is 5’10 or under or even say 6’0, they’d choose 5’11 more than likely. At least that’s how I see it here on this site
Rockaway said on 13/Feb/23
6’9 over 5’9…? 6’6 over 6’3..?
Come on now, let’s be serious…
6’9 over 5’9…? 6’6 over 6’3..?
Come on now, let’s be serious…
FiveNine said on 13/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
Your height of 6’6” is very good because you don’t
mind being a little underweight/thin build …
Jdubbz said on 13/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
Honestly, I think I'd take even 6'9 over 5'9. 6'3 vs 5'9 is a no brainer for me.
@Jdubbz
Your height of 6’6” is very good because you don’t
mind being a little underweight/thin build …
Jdubbz said on 13/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
Honestly, I think I'd take even 6'9 over 5'9. 6'3 vs 5'9 is a no brainer for me.
Gian 181cm said on 13/Feb/23
A curious fact, prehistoric European men were tall (about 179 cm, Paleolithic men) compared to the population that lived between the end of the Upper Paleolithic and the Mesolithic, and from the Mesolithic to the Neolithic, which had averages between 165 -170 cm.
Despite this, the women were relatively short and robust(158 cm - 54 kg)
Click Here
There is evidence that the average was also around 179cm and 182cm for men and 173cm/172cm for women in what is now India. Click Here
It is not clear what caused these morphological changes, possibly it could have been the sedentary lifestyle (agricultural revolution), climate change and gene flow.
A curious fact, prehistoric European men were tall (about 179 cm, Paleolithic men) compared to the population that lived between the end of the Upper Paleolithic and the Mesolithic, and from the Mesolithic to the Neolithic, which had averages between 165 -170 cm.
Despite this, the women were relatively short and robust(158 cm - 54 kg)
Click Here
There is evidence that the average was also around 179cm and 182cm for men and 173cm/172cm for women in what is now India. Click Here
It is not clear what caused these morphological changes, possibly it could have been the sedentary lifestyle (agricultural revolution), climate change and gene flow.
FiveNine said on 13/Feb/23
A good height of 180cm does not require much weight maintenance
6’3 would require maintenance aside from being a foot taller
than average height females …
… and … Reeboks to the Rescue …
Our heights of 174cm and 180cm are still half foot taller than females
and close to 6’0 or taller when wearing average 2inch ReeBoks
============================================
adrianposter said on 13/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
I respect your opinion, but why 5’9”? It’s getting into the borderline below average territory vs. 6’3” which is a well respected height
A good height of 180cm does not require much weight maintenance
6’3 would require maintenance aside from being a foot taller
than average height females …
… and … Reeboks to the Rescue …
Our heights of 174cm and 180cm are still half foot taller than females
and close to 6’0 or taller when wearing average 2inch ReeBoks
============================================
adrianposter said on 13/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
I respect your opinion, but why 5’9”? It’s getting into the borderline below average territory vs. 6’3” which is a well respected height
viper said on 13/Feb/23
I'd take 5-9 over 6-9 easy.
I'd take 5-9 over 6-9 easy.
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 13/Feb/23
5'8 and 170 pounds looks small, unless you are chubby or fat. I hope to reach 195 pounds and them cut to 185 pounds of muscle.
5'8 and 170 pounds looks small, unless you are chubby or fat. I hope to reach 195 pounds and them cut to 185 pounds of muscle.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 13/Feb/23
@adrianposter
Well respected? I don't respect very tall people anymore than average or short people. Being tall isn't an achievement, it's a genetic lottery.
Also 5'9 ain't borderline below average. Its only young people who are close to 5'10 in UK, most people are 5'9.
@adrianposter
Well respected? I don't respect very tall people anymore than average or short people. Being tall isn't an achievement, it's a genetic lottery.
Also 5'9 ain't borderline below average. Its only young people who are close to 5'10 in UK, most people are 5'9.
Emil said on 13/Feb/23
@Adrian
Sounds bizarre. Why do you think that is?
@Adrian
Sounds bizarre. Why do you think that is?
Alex 6'0 said on 13/Feb/23
Heres a tougher one. 6'1 or 6'3?
Heres a tougher one. 6'1 or 6'3?
QM6'1.5"QM said on 13/Feb/23
Henrik said on 13/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
By the way, I've been guessed 6'3" 5-6times at 6'1" flat.
So i don't know what's going wrong about Sweden, lol, it's pretty interesting to read all this stuff)
Henrik said on 13/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
By the way, I've been guessed 6'3" 5-6times at 6'1" flat.
So i don't know what's going wrong about Sweden, lol, it's pretty interesting to read all this stuff)
Caleb 178.8cm said on 13/Feb/23
@Editor Rob
Interesting. Well my stadiometer lines up perfectly with my tape measure, so I think my stadiometer is accurate enough as opposed to yours.
@Editor Rob
Interesting. Well my stadiometer lines up perfectly with my tape measure, so I think my stadiometer is accurate enough as opposed to yours.
Bobby said on 13/Feb/23
I would also choose 5'11 over 6'5 because I don't want to stand out. I am also considerably closer to 5'11 than 6'5, so the adjustment would be easy.
I would also choose 5'11 over 6'5 because I don't want to stand out. I am also considerably closer to 5'11 than 6'5, so the adjustment would be easy.
adrianjacobs said on 13/Feb/23
@Henrik
You've been guessed at 5'9-5'11 at almost 6'2. I've been guessed at 10cm shorter than I am as well. People go on about how "unusual" it is for people to be taller than 185cm in Stockholm 😂 and how Swedish average is 178cm. I can guarantee you that wouldn't happen anywhere else but this place. I don't why it's such a Swedish thing. People here are weird.
@Henrik
You've been guessed at 5'9-5'11 at almost 6'2. I've been guessed at 10cm shorter than I am as well. People go on about how "unusual" it is for people to be taller than 185cm in Stockholm 😂 and how Swedish average is 178cm. I can guarantee you that wouldn't happen anywhere else but this place. I don't why it's such a Swedish thing. People here are weird.
James.B 172cm said on 13/Feb/23
Bizarre why anyone would want to be 6’9 over 5’9. The world is not designed for people who are that huge.
Nothing really that much wrong with 5’9 in the US and UK I mean it’s barely 1 inch under average height for young men.
Bizarre why anyone would want to be 6’9 over 5’9. The world is not designed for people who are that huge.
Nothing really that much wrong with 5’9 in the US and UK I mean it’s barely 1 inch under average height for young men.
James.B 172cm said on 13/Feb/23
Darksol64 said on 13/Feb/23
As far as the 5'11 or 6'5 debate goes....yes, it's possible to have absolute garbage proportions at 6'5 especially if you're super lanky like that dude Rob has listed on here 6'5 146 pounds and super long neck narrow body. I'd take a strong-framed wide shouldered 5'11 over that without a doubt.
But all I can say is....Look at someone like Ken Kirzinger. What a total BADASS towering 6'5 height and Perfect body frame (not too big, nor lanky) and proportions to go with it.
I'll take a 6'5 like that any day. Every time.
6’7 over 5’11 though? I mean looking at all the handsome men who are 6’7 range such as Stephen merchant and Peter crouch etc
Darksol64 said on 13/Feb/23
As far as the 5'11 or 6'5 debate goes....yes, it's possible to have absolute garbage proportions at 6'5 especially if you're super lanky like that dude Rob has listed on here 6'5 146 pounds and super long neck narrow body. I'd take a strong-framed wide shouldered 5'11 over that without a doubt.
But all I can say is....Look at someone like Ken Kirzinger. What a total BADASS towering 6'5 height and Perfect body frame (not too big, nor lanky) and proportions to go with it.
I'll take a 6'5 like that any day. Every time.
6’7 over 5’11 though? I mean looking at all the handsome men who are 6’7 range such as Stephen merchant and Peter crouch etc
Henrik said on 13/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs
Oh, I misread what you wrote. You meant that people in Sweden think of 190cm as 185cm. That would mean you'd think of 195cm as 190cm. That's even weirder, lol.
@adrianjacobs
Oh, I misread what you wrote. You meant that people in Sweden think of 190cm as 185cm. That would mean you'd think of 195cm as 190cm. That's even weirder, lol.
adrianjacobs said on 13/Feb/23
@Henrik
No, people think of the real 190cm as 185cm in Sweden. You weren't reading carefully what I said.
@Henrik
No, people think of the real 190cm as 185cm in Sweden. You weren't reading carefully what I said.
adrianposter said on 13/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
I respect your opinion, but why 5’9”? It’s getting into the borderline below average territory vs. 6’3” which is a well respected height
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
I respect your opinion, but why 5’9”? It’s getting into the borderline below average territory vs. 6’3” which is a well respected height
Darksol64 said on 13/Feb/23
As far as the 5'11 or 6'5 debate goes....yes, it's possible to have absolute garbage proportions at 6'5 especially if you're super lanky like that dude Rob has listed on here 6'5 146 pounds and super long neck narrow body. I'd take a strong-framed wide shouldered 5'11 over that without a doubt.
But all I can say is....Look at someone like Ken Kirzinger. What a total BADASS towering 6'5 height and Perfect body frame (not too big, nor lanky) and proportions to go with it.
I'll take a 6'5 like that any day. Every time.
As far as the 5'11 or 6'5 debate goes....yes, it's possible to have absolute garbage proportions at 6'5 especially if you're super lanky like that dude Rob has listed on here 6'5 146 pounds and super long neck narrow body. I'd take a strong-framed wide shouldered 5'11 over that without a doubt.
But all I can say is....Look at someone like Ken Kirzinger. What a total BADASS towering 6'5 height and Perfect body frame (not too big, nor lanky) and proportions to go with it.
I'll take a 6'5 like that any day. Every time.
Alex 6'0 said on 13/Feb/23
Mask, id even take 6'2 over my current height. You may ask why. I'm already good height but extra 2 inches may be ideal.
Mask, id even take 6'2 over my current height. You may ask why. I'm already good height but extra 2 inches may be ideal.
Alex 6'0 said on 13/Feb/23
James b, yea you got guys 6'3 range trying to claim 6'5. 6'2-6'2.5 claiming 6'4 i see more
James b, yea you got guys 6'3 range trying to claim 6'5. 6'2-6'2.5 claiming 6'4 i see more
Gian 181cm said on 13/Feb/23
I choose 6ft5 over 5ft11
I would like to be 6ft3 1/2 so 6ft5 not too far apart.
However 5ft11 is good too, it's pretty much my height, it might seem more aesthetic but that's kind of subjective..
I choose 6ft5 over 5ft11
I would like to be 6ft3 1/2 so 6ft5 not too far apart.
However 5ft11 is good too, it's pretty much my height, it might seem more aesthetic but that's kind of subjective..
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 13/Feb/23
@Rampage Clover
I dunno about that. Although, most people are prob picturing a guy my height or a tad taller when thinking about 5'11. Its like how a lot of people think a legit 6'3.5 would be 6'5.
If you showed guys what a legit 5'11 and a legit 6'5 looks like, then asked, I think majority would pick 5'11.
@Rampage Clover
I dunno about that. Although, most people are prob picturing a guy my height or a tad taller when thinking about 5'11. Its like how a lot of people think a legit 6'3.5 would be 6'5.
If you showed guys what a legit 5'11 and a legit 6'5 looks like, then asked, I think majority would pick 5'11.
Henrik said on 13/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
A legit 6ft 3 can be very tall and towering. 6ft 3 Jimmy Stewart in Anatomy of a Murder is called very tall and also looks it.
Yeah, I think Jdubbz previously remarked that a lot of 6ft 5 guys claim 6ft 6. It's rare to be a legit 6ft 6 compared to 6ft 5.
@adrianjacobs
I remember years ago, a Swedish girl told me on Flashback that her boyfriends she dated averaged 195cm and she thought that made her think of 190cm guys as short. That never made much sense to me. I guess if people think of 185cm as 190cm, as you say, it makes a little.
@James.B 172cm
A legit 6ft 3 can be very tall and towering. 6ft 3 Jimmy Stewart in Anatomy of a Murder is called very tall and also looks it.
Yeah, I think Jdubbz previously remarked that a lot of 6ft 5 guys claim 6ft 6. It's rare to be a legit 6ft 6 compared to 6ft 5.
@adrianjacobs
I remember years ago, a Swedish girl told me on Flashback that her boyfriends she dated averaged 195cm and she thought that made her think of 190cm guys as short. That never made much sense to me. I guess if people think of 185cm as 190cm, as you say, it makes a little.
Jdubbz said on 13/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
Honestly, I think I'd take even 6'9 over 5'9. 6'3 vs 5'9 is a no brainer for me.
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
Honestly, I think I'd take even 6'9 over 5'9. 6'3 vs 5'9 is a no brainer for me.
Jdubbz said on 13/Feb/23
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 12/Feb/23
@Alex
Even very tall guys like 6'2-6'3 wouldn't like to be 6'3 or anything over 6'3 like you said.
yeah.
No...I'm not sure where you got this from, but it's incorrect. I'm 6'6, and I would NEVER trade my height for 6'3.
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 12/Feb/23
@Alex
Even very tall guys like 6'2-6'3 wouldn't like to be 6'3 or anything over 6'3 like you said.
yeah.
No...I'm not sure where you got this from, but it's incorrect. I'm 6'6, and I would NEVER trade my height for 6'3.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 13/Feb/23
adrianjacobs said on 12/Feb/23
If a male person (I'm) has a solid 6-8-12 cm on most men, isn't this a solid difference in your opinion ?!
adrianjacobs said on 12/Feb/23
If a male person (I'm) has a solid 6-8-12 cm on most men, isn't this a solid difference in your opinion ?!
chad michaels said on 13/Feb/23
Hello Rob, How much do you think these shoes give?
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Editor Rob
Hello Rob, How much do you think these shoes give?
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Editor RobThose appear like a solid 2 inches (the material near ankle bone suggests the insole isn't sitting much lower than the high point of the white outsole).
In any case a very strange look to them!
In any case a very strange look to them!
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 12/Feb/23
Hey Rob, any idea on Kenny hotz and Spencer Rice from TV show Kenny vs spenny? Spenny claims 6'3 and looks it. I've seen 5'11 listings for Kenny but next to Spenny he looks 5'10.25 I think.
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, any idea on Kenny hotz and Spencer Rice from TV show Kenny vs spenny? Spenny claims 6'3 and looks it. I've seen 5'11 listings for Kenny but next to Spenny he looks 5'10.25 I think.
Editor RobI could see Kenny sub 5ft 11.
FiveNine said on 12/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
6'3 or 5'9. — Id go 5’9”
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 12/Feb/23
Most would choose 6ft5 over 5ft11, I reckon
Most would choose 6ft5 over 5ft11, I reckon
James.B 172cm said on 12/Feb/23
I have seen some people who claim 6ft5 that look freakish tall and others who say they’re that height that don’t look freaky.
Perhaps the ones who look very towering are more honest and maybe you get a lot of 6ft3 range phoneys claiming to be 6’5.
I have seen some people who claim 6ft5 that look freakish tall and others who say they’re that height that don’t look freaky.
Perhaps the ones who look very towering are more honest and maybe you get a lot of 6ft3 range phoneys claiming to be 6’5.
James.B 172cm said on 12/Feb/23
Funny thing is I have seen guys who claim 6ft5 look taller up close than other blokes who say there 6ft6 lol
Funny thing is I have seen guys who claim 6ft5 look taller up close than other blokes who say there 6ft6 lol
(Billythetreesurgeon) said on 12/Feb/23
ZDA@ I can drop to 181.6 on a hard day ( like shovelling soil all day) but in general im 182 if not a bit above at night and don’t feel that tall, my 6ft 2 friend will say I’m 6ft if he’s describing me to someone though which is sweet
ZDA@ I can drop to 181.6 on a hard day ( like shovelling soil all day) but in general im 182 if not a bit above at night and don’t feel that tall, my 6ft 2 friend will say I’m 6ft if he’s describing me to someone though which is sweet
Caleb 178.8cm said on 12/Feb/23
Rob, did you ever compare your older Seca Leicester stadiometer (same model I have) to a tape measure and found that they didn't line up perfectly, meaning any height on the stadiometer was about 0.2cm lower than the same corresponding height on the tape measure?
Editor Rob
Rob, did you ever compare your older Seca Leicester stadiometer (same model I have) to a tape measure and found that they didn't line up perfectly, meaning any height on the stadiometer was about 0.2cm lower than the same corresponding height on the tape measure?
Editor RobYes, many years ago I talked about it and kept mentioning to knock off 2mm from my measurements with the blue stadiometer.
(Billythetreesurgeon) said on 12/Feb/23
5ft 11 vs 6ft 5 is a hard one really, they both are nice heights… 6ft 5 you will be treated in a more positive manner by both male and female (mainly male) but 5.11 shouldn’t really face any negative vibes either, my 6ft 6 friend must see a load of dust on top of surfaces like fridges shelfs etc which no else sees and my other 6ft 5 friend is very easy to spot in a crowded room (which is lovely) I’d choose being 5ft 11 with a good head of hair than being a bald 6ft 5, I’d also choose 6ft 5 if it was the other way around though
5ft 11 vs 6ft 5 is a hard one really, they both are nice heights… 6ft 5 you will be treated in a more positive manner by both male and female (mainly male) but 5.11 shouldn’t really face any negative vibes either, my 6ft 6 friend must see a load of dust on top of surfaces like fridges shelfs etc which no else sees and my other 6ft 5 friend is very easy to spot in a crowded room (which is lovely) I’d choose being 5ft 11 with a good head of hair than being a bald 6ft 5, I’d also choose 6ft 5 if it was the other way around though
adrianposter said on 12/Feb/23
@MaskDeMasque 5’9.5
Most doorframes are 6’8 and I know some 6’5 guys irl who of course seem very tall and stick out, but aren’t like freakishly gigantic tall, I’d say 6’6 is when being tall starts to really have a set back on day to day life
@MaskDeMasque 5’9.5
Most doorframes are 6’8 and I know some 6’5 guys irl who of course seem very tall and stick out, but aren’t like freakishly gigantic tall, I’d say 6’6 is when being tall starts to really have a set back on day to day life
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 12/Feb/23
@Alex
Even very tall guys like 6'2-6'3 wouldn't like to be 6'3 or anything over 6'3 like you said.
yeah.
In my opinion at 6'3 flat the body starts to look too long and 190 cm is the top of a decent height, it isn't a bad height at all, while 191 cm is but it isn't too bad like 192-193 cm.
@Alex
Even very tall guys like 6'2-6'3 wouldn't like to be 6'3 or anything over 6'3 like you said.
yeah.
In my opinion at 6'3 flat the body starts to look too long and 190 cm is the top of a decent height, it isn't a bad height at all, while 191 cm is but it isn't too bad like 192-193 cm.
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 12/Feb/23
i take 5'8-5'9 over 6'5, even 5'7
But if I would be above 6'2 could take 6'4 over 5'8-5'9 probably
i take 5'8-5'9 over 6'5, even 5'7
But if I would be above 6'2 could take 6'4 over 5'8-5'9 probably
Glacierr said on 12/Feb/23
Hey Rob, I know it’s kinda difficult to guess this guy’s height but how many inches do you believe the shoes give him
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The brand of the shoes are New Rocks and I believe that he might be 5’10-5’11 without them
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, I know it’s kinda difficult to guess this guy’s height but how many inches do you believe the shoes give him
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The brand of the shoes are New Rocks and I believe that he might be 5’10-5’11 without them
Editor Robhe could look near 7 inches taller than the other guy, but has a good 2 inches more footwear than his sandals. From the 2 photos I'd have thought at least 5ft 11
Public Enemy said on 12/Feb/23
@Alex 6’0
Agree I would go 6’3 too
@Alex 6’0
Agree I would go 6’3 too
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 12/Feb/23
@ Alex 6'0
I'm only half an inch over 5'9 already but I'd pick 5'9. I'd Def pick 6'2 over my height though.
@ Alex 6'0
I'm only half an inch over 5'9 already but I'd pick 5'9. I'd Def pick 6'2 over my height though.
adrianjacobs said on 12/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM
You tower over a lot of people at a weak 6'2? You are either not living in a western country, or you are coping very very hard.
@QM6'1.5"QM
You tower over a lot of people at a weak 6'2? You are either not living in a western country, or you are coping very very hard.
adrianjacobs said on 12/Feb/23
@Emil
They don't have different perspectives, they just don't know how 185cm looks like. What they think of as "185cm", is actually 190-195cm.
You know how everyone in the US think 5'10-5'11 is 6ft? It's the reversed here, and even more extreme.
@Emil
They don't have different perspectives, they just don't know how 185cm looks like. What they think of as "185cm", is actually 190-195cm.
You know how everyone in the US think 5'10-5'11 is 6ft? It's the reversed here, and even more extreme.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 12/Feb/23
adrianposter said on 10/Feb/23
Generally, 6'1 & 6'2" is a perfect heights. It's classic, lol, without being very tall like 6'4 or 6'5".
But 5'11 vs 6'5" ...this is really interesting poll, because for aesthetic and muscles i choose 5'11" and then 6'5" like "sports height" and it has basketball type and halo, lol.
At 6'1.75" I'm tall more than enough and often feel towering over
the people, not saying about 6'5".
adrianposter said on 10/Feb/23
Generally, 6'1 & 6'2" is a perfect heights. It's classic, lol, without being very tall like 6'4 or 6'5".
But 5'11 vs 6'5" ...this is really interesting poll, because for aesthetic and muscles i choose 5'11" and then 6'5" like "sports height" and it has basketball type and halo, lol.
At 6'1.75" I'm tall more than enough and often feel towering over
the people, not saying about 6'5".
Maahin Chowdhury said on 11/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
I would defo take 5’11 over 6’5. 5’11 is a good height for a guy and that’s how tall I am. If I was 6’5, I would most likely have some problems like banging my head and getting cramped in cars or in bed. If it was 5’11 or 6’2, I would probably take 6’2, because you wouldn’t have any problems that much than you would at 6’5 even though 6’2 is still a regular tall height.
@James.B 172cm
I would defo take 5’11 over 6’5. 5’11 is a good height for a guy and that’s how tall I am. If I was 6’5, I would most likely have some problems like banging my head and getting cramped in cars or in bed. If it was 5’11 or 6’2, I would probably take 6’2, because you wouldn’t have any problems that much than you would at 6’5 even though 6’2 is still a regular tall height.
Alex 6'0 said on 11/Feb/23
6'3 or 5'9. Id go 6'3
6'3 or 5'9. Id go 6'3
Sandi said on 11/Feb/23
Hi Rob. Just wondering how much extra height you get if you stand on tiptoe on one feet compared to both?
Editor Rob
Hi Rob. Just wondering how much extra height you get if you stand on tiptoe on one feet compared to both?
Editor RobYou might manage an extra cm on top of the usual tip-toe height.
Rockaway said on 11/Feb/23
5’11 over 6’5 without question. Most people underestimate how tall a legit 5’11 is and how truly towering a legit 6’5 is. You’ll be the tallest person in the room in 99% of situations, with attention always on you and have a harder time building an aesthetic physique. 5’11 is a really solid height. This is coming from someone who is 6’0 FYI.
5’11 over 6’5 without question. Most people underestimate how tall a legit 5’11 is and how truly towering a legit 6’5 is. You’ll be the tallest person in the room in 99% of situations, with attention always on you and have a harder time building an aesthetic physique. 5’11 is a really solid height. This is coming from someone who is 6’0 FYI.
Emil said on 11/Feb/23
@adrianjacobs
I understand where you're coming from. 185 cm is a super common height in Scandinavia not to mention Sweden. I see women that height almost daily in Copenhagen (although it's probably 1 out of 100), and for young men, it's just a few cm above average height.
But different people have different perspectives. I wouldn't let it irritate me if I were you
@adrianjacobs
I understand where you're coming from. 185 cm is a super common height in Scandinavia not to mention Sweden. I see women that height almost daily in Copenhagen (although it's probably 1 out of 100), and for young men, it's just a few cm above average height.
But different people have different perspectives. I wouldn't let it irritate me if I were you
Alex 6'0 said on 11/Feb/23
5'11 over 6'0. I'm much closer to it. Personally anything over 6'3 i wouldn't wanna be.
5'11 over 6'0. I'm much closer to it. Personally anything over 6'3 i wouldn't wanna be.
ZDA said on 11/Feb/23
@@Billythetreesurgeon
Youremy height, and I’m not sure how you’re saying you don’t feel tall? I’m 182cm at my low here in London and I feel like I’m 85 percent taller than guys I meet. We are basically 6ft.
@@Billythetreesurgeon
Youremy height, and I’m not sure how you’re saying you don’t feel tall? I’m 182cm at my low here in London and I feel like I’m 85 percent taller than guys I meet. We are basically 6ft.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 11/Feb/23
@adrianposter
I can see downsides of being 6'5. Buying clothes, space in transport. 6'5 isnt giant tier but people will be staring at you at that height as it's rare.
@adrianposter
I can see downsides of being 6'5. Buying clothes, space in transport. 6'5 isnt giant tier but people will be staring at you at that height as it's rare.
Okidoki said on 11/Feb/23
In my opinion, it would be an interesting question to ask which height would you choose, 5'11 or 6'2, 5'11 or 6'1, 5'11 or 6'3, because i think it would be close.
Most people would choose 5'11 over 6'5, maybe because they hear about the stereoptypes, don't have experiences with tall heights, or because they think it's more comfortable or aesthetic.
If a lot of people were asked which height would they choose 5'11 or 6'3? I think it would be close, but in favour of 5'11 maybe 55-45.
5'11 or 6'2? Probably 6'2 would edge it, 60-40 or 55-45.
But i think most people would choose 6'1 over any height in my personal experience, it has generally long been considered the ideal height by many, maybe this could change a bit if we grew a bit more taller though.
Also, some people think 5'11 sounds different, it could be different for many if you ask 180 or 188 cm, because i don't think many people are aware of how 5'11 looks though.
In my opinion, it would be an interesting question to ask which height would you choose, 5'11 or 6'2, 5'11 or 6'1, 5'11 or 6'3, because i think it would be close.
Most people would choose 5'11 over 6'5, maybe because they hear about the stereoptypes, don't have experiences with tall heights, or because they think it's more comfortable or aesthetic.
If a lot of people were asked which height would they choose 5'11 or 6'3? I think it would be close, but in favour of 5'11 maybe 55-45.
5'11 or 6'2? Probably 6'2 would edge it, 60-40 or 55-45.
But i think most people would choose 6'1 over any height in my personal experience, it has generally long been considered the ideal height by many, maybe this could change a bit if we grew a bit more taller though.
Also, some people think 5'11 sounds different, it could be different for many if you ask 180 or 188 cm, because i don't think many people are aware of how 5'11 looks though.
Alex 6'0 said on 11/Feb/23
Mask, id still feel on taller side but events as sports or concerts there's always several very tall guys around
Mask, id still feel on taller side but events as sports or concerts there's always several very tall guys around
James.B 172cm said on 11/Feb/23
I know this one guy who works out a lot at the gym weighing in at 236 lbs. He does often claims 6ft5 to people but last time I asked him his height he said “6ft4 1/2”. I wonder how tall he might be given his 2 different height claims?
A few months ago I spoke to this one bloke at the pub who stated he was “6ft5” and looked taller/bigger than the other guy I know.
I know this one guy who works out a lot at the gym weighing in at 236 lbs. He does often claims 6ft5 to people but last time I asked him his height he said “6ft4 1/2”. I wonder how tall he might be given his 2 different height claims?
A few months ago I spoke to this one bloke at the pub who stated he was “6ft5” and looked taller/bigger than the other guy I know.
Sepanta said on 11/Feb/23
Hi Rob, how about adding a page for armwrestler Sarah Backman?
Hi Rob, how about adding a page for armwrestler Sarah Backman?
James B 172cm said on 11/Feb/23
what about 5'11 over 6'3?
what about 5'11 over 6'3?
Jdubbz said on 11/Feb/23
@Arch Stanton:
That doesn't make much sense. Freaky tall should mean freaky tall, not freaky lanky. We're talking about height here, not body shape. Olivier Richters for example is 7'2, and even though he's not lanky at all, he sure would look freakishly tall close up. If anything, he would give more of a gigantic impression than a lanky tall guy of similar height.
@Arch Stanton:
That doesn't make much sense. Freaky tall should mean freaky tall, not freaky lanky. We're talking about height here, not body shape. Olivier Richters for example is 7'2, and even though he's not lanky at all, he sure would look freakishly tall close up. If anything, he would give more of a gigantic impression than a lanky tall guy of similar height.
Public Enemy said on 10/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
I would take 5’11 over 6’5 any day. For me it’s a more aesthetic height.
@James.B 172cm
I would take 5’11 over 6’5 any day. For me it’s a more aesthetic height.
Jdubbz said on 10/Feb/23
James.B 172cm said on 10/Feb/23
Would you guys rather be 5ft11 or 6ft5 if given a choice?
Obviously I'm biased, but 6'5 every day of the week.
James.B 172cm said on 10/Feb/23
Would you guys rather be 5ft11 or 6ft5 if given a choice?
Obviously I'm biased, but 6'5 every day of the week.
Emil said on 10/Feb/23
@James
I'd pick 6'5.
@James
I'd pick 6'5.
Poster said on 10/Feb/23
Some people might refer to 5'8 guys as tall. For instance, 4'10 and 4'11 girls might, since he would compare to them the same way that he would compare to a 6'5 or 6'6 person. It comes down to perspective. They might guess him as much taller than he really is.
@Mask: I think that he was talking about dating prospects. The tall man has his eyes on a tall woman at a bar or a club (shrug). That's my first guess. Maybe he'll explain it.
Some people might refer to 5'8 guys as tall. For instance, 4'10 and 4'11 girls might, since he would compare to them the same way that he would compare to a 6'5 or 6'6 person. It comes down to perspective. They might guess him as much taller than he really is.
@Mask: I think that he was talking about dating prospects. The tall man has his eyes on a tall woman at a bar or a club (shrug). That's my first guess. Maybe he'll explain it.
Jawilder said on 10/Feb/23
5’11 over 6’5. I wouldn’t be dropping much at all.
5’11 over 6’5. I wouldn’t be dropping much at all.
adrianjacobs said on 10/Feb/23
I just talked to someone on swedish message board "Flashback", who said that it's uncommon for guys to be taller than 185cm in Stockholm. It's almost a bit irritating when people here even have the guts to say something like that.
I just talked to someone on swedish message board "Flashback", who said that it's uncommon for guys to be taller than 185cm in Stockholm. It's almost a bit irritating when people here even have the guts to say something like that.
adrianposter said on 10/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
6’5 for sure, you still don’t really get any downsides at that height, even though ideally i would want to be like 6’2-6’3ish
@James.B 172cm
6’5 for sure, you still don’t really get any downsides at that height, even though ideally i would want to be like 6’2-6’3ish
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 10/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
5'11 for sure. 6'5 is too big for me, I don't want to stand out too much.
@James.B 172cm
5'11 for sure. 6'5 is too big for me, I don't want to stand out too much.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 10/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee 173 cm
As a 5’11 guy, I think a girl anywhere between 5’3-5’7 is ideal for me. I think a 5’8-5’9 girl is where it’s starts to get kinda closer to my height, I might be ok with that because I’m still taller, but a girl same height or taller than me is an absolute no.
As for short girls (below 5’2), she can look like a child next to me lol, but I wouldn’t mind tho I would choose a short girl over a tall girl. Ideally, I would go for a girl who is around the average height or slightly below or above average.
@Daniel Lee 173 cm
As a 5’11 guy, I think a girl anywhere between 5’3-5’7 is ideal for me. I think a 5’8-5’9 girl is where it’s starts to get kinda closer to my height, I might be ok with that because I’m still taller, but a girl same height or taller than me is an absolute no.
As for short girls (below 5’2), she can look like a child next to me lol, but I wouldn’t mind tho I would choose a short girl over a tall girl. Ideally, I would go for a girl who is around the average height or slightly below or above average.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 10/Feb/23
Do you guys see more tall men or women? From my perspective, I see more tall women close or even at my height compared to men who are like 6’3-6’4.
Do you guys see more tall men or women? From my perspective, I see more tall women close or even at my height compared to men who are like 6’3-6’4.
James.B 172cm said on 10/Feb/23
Would you guys rather be 5ft11 or 6ft5 if given a choice?
Would you guys rather be 5ft11 or 6ft5 if given a choice?
Arch Stanton said on 10/Feb/23
"Freaky tall" is largely dependent on build and proportions. A guy like a peak Kevin Nash I'd never call freaky, but look at stick insect Peter Crouch. Where I like 6 ft 6 -7 guys got called freakishly tall, most of them do tend to be super skinny or really fat, you don't get many studs over 6'5.
"Freaky tall" is largely dependent on build and proportions. A guy like a peak Kevin Nash I'd never call freaky, but look at stick insect Peter Crouch. Where I like 6 ft 6 -7 guys got called freakishly tall, most of them do tend to be super skinny or really fat, you don't get many studs over 6'5.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 10/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee 173cm
I guess 6'4 and up guys could put their eyes on 5'11 women, a few on 6'0.
What? I don't understand this sentence at all.
@Daniel Lee 173cm
I guess 6'4 and up guys could put their eyes on 5'11 women, a few on 6'0.
What? I don't understand this sentence at all.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 10/Feb/23
@Alex 6'0
Even in a large crowd you should feel tall. The more people, the greater the chance that someone who is like 6'3+ will be there sure but the average height doesn't change, it's just you have more outliers.
@Alex 6'0
Even in a large crowd you should feel tall. The more people, the greater the chance that someone who is like 6'3+ will be there sure but the average height doesn't change, it's just you have more outliers.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 9/Feb/23
Regarding the comment I just wrote, the measurements of Rob and Jenny were taken from each of their respective height shrinkage videos.
Regarding the comment I just wrote, the measurements of Rob and Jenny were taken from each of their respective height shrinkage videos.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 9/Feb/23
When I calculate the average of Rob's measurements from 2014 (175.29cm, 174.33cm, 174.34cm, 174.05cm, 173.83cm, 173.75cm, and 173.94cm), I get 174.22cm. Rob claims that the stadiometer he used back in 2014 added 1/8" extra to his actual height, so accounting for that, his averaged height should be 173.9cm or 5'8.46". When I calculate the average of Jenny's measurements that were taken in 2015 (174.5cm, 173.65cm, 172.84cm, 172.34cm, and 172.43cm), I get 173.15cm. Accounting for the 1/8" error, her height would be 172.83cm or 5'8.04". Based on this information, Rob, would you classify yourself as a weak 5'8 1/2" and Jenny as a strong 5'8 in 2015, or do you think the averaged heights are a little bit too high for what you would classify yourself and Jenny in 2015 as?
Editor Rob
When I calculate the average of Rob's measurements from 2014 (175.29cm, 174.33cm, 174.34cm, 174.05cm, 173.83cm, 173.75cm, and 173.94cm), I get 174.22cm. Rob claims that the stadiometer he used back in 2014 added 1/8" extra to his actual height, so accounting for that, his averaged height should be 173.9cm or 5'8.46". When I calculate the average of Jenny's measurements that were taken in 2015 (174.5cm, 173.65cm, 172.84cm, 172.34cm, and 172.43cm), I get 173.15cm. Accounting for the 1/8" error, her height would be 172.83cm or 5'8.04". Based on this information, Rob, would you classify yourself as a weak 5'8 1/2" and Jenny as a strong 5'8 in 2015, or do you think the averaged heights are a little bit too high for what you would classify yourself and Jenny in 2015 as?
Editor RobA strong 5ft 8 or weak 5ft 8.5 can meet in the middle at 8.25.
In 2015 Jenny probably still could be classed a solid 5ft 8, before she then lost more than just a fraction.
In 2015 Jenny probably still could be classed a solid 5ft 8, before she then lost more than just a fraction.
FiveNine said on 9/Feb/23
@jokey
… And more so your height of about 5’11 …
@jokey
… And more so your height of about 5’11 …
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 9/Feb/23
From the perspective of a 5'8 guy like me, 5'0 (152 cm) to 5'10 (178 cm) are decent heights for women.
I could understand that short people don't like very tall women (5'9 and up).
Of course some guys above 5'10 don't like short women.
I guess 6'4 and up guys could put their eyes on 5'11 women, a few on 6'0.
From the perspective of a 5'8 guy like me, 5'0 (152 cm) to 5'10 (178 cm) are decent heights for women.
I could understand that short people don't like very tall women (5'9 and up).
Of course some guys above 5'10 don't like short women.
I guess 6'4 and up guys could put their eyes on 5'11 women, a few on 6'0.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 9/Feb/23
@Editor Rob
@James Edward Crowley
I want this site to never die.
@Editor Rob
@James Edward Crowley
I want this site to never die.
Henrik said on 9/Feb/23
@Rampage(-_-_-)Clover
I didn't know you were that tall. 👍
@Rampage(-_-_-)Clover
I didn't know you were that tall. 👍
Emil said on 9/Feb/23
@Adrian
All right then
@Adrian
All right then
Okidoki said on 9/Feb/23
@MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 I agree, Al Pacino is a good example of a short guy, who was very alpha, in his movies particularly.
@Jdubbz Some consider freaky something more than crazy, i consider them both about the same.
I think size and frame makes a clear impact too. Most people would say Hafthor is crazy or impressively big size wise, as most people would say about Shaq.
Zlatan is a beast of a man, look at him besides Shaq. Shaq's size is astonishing, heheh :P
To me though personally, 6'9 is when a person starts getting in another level, i had a 5'8 friend say he is the tallest person he has ever seen and was taken aback, likewise colleagues at my job were kinda taken aback when seeing him, it surely is impressively tall though.
@MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 I agree, Al Pacino is a good example of a short guy, who was very alpha, in his movies particularly.
@Jdubbz Some consider freaky something more than crazy, i consider them both about the same.
I think size and frame makes a clear impact too. Most people would say Hafthor is crazy or impressively big size wise, as most people would say about Shaq.
Zlatan is a beast of a man, look at him besides Shaq. Shaq's size is astonishing, heheh :P
To me though personally, 6'9 is when a person starts getting in another level, i had a 5'8 friend say he is the tallest person he has ever seen and was taken aback, likewise colleagues at my job were kinda taken aback when seeing him, it surely is impressively tall though.
Henrik said on 9/Feb/23
@Peter 180cm
I'm pretty sure I've measured myself so many times that I cannot possibly have the wrong measurement. 🤣 I was measured 6ft 2 at noon barefoot under a stadiometer at a police station, and I was 6ft 1 barefoot under a stadiometer when I was 16 years old.
I don't know why I've been guessed shorter, but I can say that I look young for my age like Ralph Macchio. It's just disproportionate to be a 6ft 2 babyface. 😜
@Peter 180cm
I'm pretty sure I've measured myself so many times that I cannot possibly have the wrong measurement. 🤣 I was measured 6ft 2 at noon barefoot under a stadiometer at a police station, and I was 6ft 1 barefoot under a stadiometer when I was 16 years old.
I don't know why I've been guessed shorter, but I can say that I look young for my age like Ralph Macchio. It's just disproportionate to be a 6ft 2 babyface. 😜
adrianjacobs said on 9/Feb/23
@Peter 180cm
It's Sweden, people over here never ever overestimate height unlike the rest of the world. It's the opposite way around here. I was guessed at "190cm" by a relative from another country if that matters, and "around 175cm" by a swedish woman working in a store who was helping me pick out some clothes.
I also remember @Lell who was 179cm, and everyone thought he was barely over 170cm I think.
@Peter 180cm
It's Sweden, people over here never ever overestimate height unlike the rest of the world. It's the opposite way around here. I was guessed at "190cm" by a relative from another country if that matters, and "around 175cm" by a swedish woman working in a store who was helping me pick out some clothes.
I also remember @Lell who was 179cm, and everyone thought he was barely over 170cm I think.
jokey said on 8/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 6/Feb/23
@Jokey
Robs picture of him standing with 5’6 Matt Lucas speaks volumes …
Robs height is very impressive against a growing 5’6 population …
yeah ive seen that pic before, matt looked more like about 5'5 there though. In all pics he's visibly taller than most of 5'6 men, but i cant see him towering them.
This height always looked quite average for me. I've never heard someone call a 5'8 man tall. Maybe you can appear tallish somehow at 5'10 with lanky proportions and good footwear.
FiveNine said on 6/Feb/23
@Jokey
Robs picture of him standing with 5’6 Matt Lucas speaks volumes …
Robs height is very impressive against a growing 5’6 population …
yeah ive seen that pic before, matt looked more like about 5'5 there though. In all pics he's visibly taller than most of 5'6 men, but i cant see him towering them.
This height always looked quite average for me. I've never heard someone call a 5'8 man tall. Maybe you can appear tallish somehow at 5'10 with lanky proportions and good footwear.
Alex 6'0 said on 8/Feb/23
6'0-6'1 you'll feel tall fairly often unless you're in huge crowds where guys 6'3-6'5 are seen more
6'0-6'1 you'll feel tall fairly often unless you're in huge crowds where guys 6'3-6'5 are seen more
James Edward Crowley said on 8/Feb/23
Hi Rob does your job make money has height always been your passion, Since you were a child i bet before you hit the age of 10 that you want to be to design a website that involves height when you grow up you can meet so you can meet celebrities celebheights was not made for no reason.
Editor Rob
Hi Rob does your job make money has height always been your passion, Since you were a child i bet before you hit the age of 10 that you want to be to design a website that involves height when you grow up you can meet so you can meet celebrities celebheights was not made for no reason.
Editor RobI went fulltime online from 2001-2002 and churned through a lot of sites before CelebHeights.com. I saw the potential of it becoming a long-termer, although my idea was 5 years and move on. It became 10, then 15...every year I'm still going though. I think my interest in the topic increased during the first few years of the site.
As for celebs, unfortunately other demands in life (like caring for parents) mean conventions are on hold.
And if I can cover bills I'm happy.
As for celebs, unfortunately other demands in life (like caring for parents) mean conventions are on hold.
And if I can cover bills I'm happy.
Emil said on 8/Feb/23
I don't like the term 'freaky tall'. A bit dehumanising
I don't like the term 'freaky tall'. A bit dehumanising
adrianjacobs said on 8/Feb/23
@Emil
OK, then there's no need to say "it's actually lower because that's not evening height"
@Emil
OK, then there's no need to say "it's actually lower because that's not evening height"
Gian 181cm said on 8/Feb/23
@Emil and Billy
Technically the 80th percentile would be 5ft 11 3/8, 5ft 11 3/4 - 6ft I imagine that's the about 85th percentile (assuming an average of 5ft 9).
My opinion:
About 80th - tall-ish (180-181cm)
About 85th - Low end tall (182-183cm)
About 90-97th - tall solid (184 - 190cm)
about 98-99th - very tall (or 191 or 192cm+)
@Emil and Billy
Technically the 80th percentile would be 5ft 11 3/8, 5ft 11 3/4 - 6ft I imagine that's the about 85th percentile (assuming an average of 5ft 9).
My opinion:
About 80th - tall-ish (180-181cm)
About 85th - Low end tall (182-183cm)
About 90-97th - tall solid (184 - 190cm)
about 98-99th - very tall (or 191 or 192cm+)
Peter 180cm said on 8/Feb/23
@adrian jacobs and Henrik There's no logical and sober way you'd be guessed as much as 10cm shorter,unless you're severely overweight with bad posture/short legs for your height,something like that. There's probably something off with your measurements or you just can't accept you're only around 180cm. I used to be like that,thinking i was 183-185 because some people guessed me as such until i finally measured myself properly and accepted the truth.
@adrian jacobs and Henrik There's no logical and sober way you'd be guessed as much as 10cm shorter,unless you're severely overweight with bad posture/short legs for your height,something like that. There's probably something off with your measurements or you just can't accept you're only around 180cm. I used to be like that,thinking i was 183-185 because some people guessed me as such until i finally measured myself properly and accepted the truth.
chad michaels said on 8/Feb/23
@ Rob, how much does it look like these shoes give?
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Editor Rob
@ Rob, how much does it look like these shoes give?
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Editor RobNot as sure on them.
Matt Shannon said on 7/Feb/23
@RobPaul you should add Angry Grandpa from YouTube I think he was somewhere between 5’10-5’11 in his prime but before he passed away was probably 5’9.5-5’9.75 in the videos.
@RobPaul you should add Angry Grandpa from YouTube I think he was somewhere between 5’10-5’11 in his prime but before he passed away was probably 5’9.5-5’9.75 in the videos.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 7/Feb/23
Henrik, yeah Scandanavia and Netherlands I noticed that 6ft5+ guys are more common. I’m 6ft4 and everyday I’d encounter several people on the street who were taller
Henrik, yeah Scandanavia and Netherlands I noticed that 6ft5+ guys are more common. I’m 6ft4 and everyday I’d encounter several people on the street who were taller
Emil said on 7/Feb/23
@Adrian
Thanks for clarifying
@Adrian
Thanks for clarifying
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 7/Feb/23
@Daniel Lee 173cm
Alpha male is to do with personality traits, social status and wealth not how tall you are.
@Daniel Lee 173cm
Alpha male is to do with personality traits, social status and wealth not how tall you are.
Big Ben said on 7/Feb/23
@Rob - But whar’s interesting is that the taller players over 6 feet were closer to their listings...
By the way, I’m trying to figure out how tall my girlfriend’s little sister is 😂 What do you think? The sidewalk is tilted a bit in her favour so she has a bit of an advantage. She is 6, turning 7 this year, is she tall, short or average for her age? Click Here
Editor Rob
@Rob - But whar’s interesting is that the taller players over 6 feet were closer to their listings...
By the way, I’m trying to figure out how tall my girlfriend’s little sister is 😂 What do you think? The sidewalk is tilted a bit in her favour so she has a bit of an advantage. She is 6, turning 7 this year, is she tall, short or average for her age? Click Here
Editor RobFrom that photo I couldn't tell.
Sandy Cowell said on 7/Feb/23
@ rlheight5ft11 - I see! No problemo!
@ rlheight5ft11 - I see! No problemo!
adrianposter said on 6/Feb/23
I noticed something interesting… if you go on the “Celebs My Height” page on this site 5’11 is the most common height for male celebrities here and 5’5 for female celebrities
I noticed something interesting… if you go on the “Celebs My Height” page on this site 5’11 is the most common height for male celebrities here and 5’5 for female celebrities
FiveNine said on 6/Feb/23
@Jokey
Robs picture of him standing with 5’6 Matt Lucas speaks volumes …
Robs height is very impressive against a growing 5’6 population …
True … at 5’8 we can also cash in on some of the aspects of looking taller …
@Jokey
Robs picture of him standing with 5’6 Matt Lucas speaks volumes …
Robs height is very impressive against a growing 5’6 population …
True … at 5’8 we can also cash in on some of the aspects of looking taller …
FiveNine said on 6/Feb/23
@Jdubbz
At 5’8 we see lots of shorter ones coming
to live and migrate with us nowadays …
Many shorter adults coming over these days.
@Jdubbz
At 5’8 we see lots of shorter ones coming
to live and migrate with us nowadays …
Many shorter adults coming over these days.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 6/Feb/23
How tall do you guys think Marie Temara is? She's famous on TikTok, OnlyFans, and Instagram. She claims her mom is 6'5 btw.
How tall do you guys think Marie Temara is? She's famous on TikTok, OnlyFans, and Instagram. She claims her mom is 6'5 btw.
Poster said on 6/Feb/23
I don't think that 5'7 guys will feel tall next to average height white girls in the United States. He would be a whopping two inches taller than her! That's not exactly towering. He would be around the same height as most women his age in some countries in the Balkans and Northern Europe.
I don't think that 5'7 guys will feel tall next to average height white girls in the United States. He would be a whopping two inches taller than her! That's not exactly towering. He would be around the same height as most women his age in some countries in the Balkans and Northern Europe.
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 6/Feb/23
170 cm (a fraction under 5'7) to 190 cm at noon are decent heights in my opinion.
6'0 (182-183 cm) is the perfect height and 6'2 (188 cm) is the alpha male. 189-190 cm (weakers 6'3) still very decent heights
170 cm (a fraction under 5'7) to 190 cm at noon are decent heights in my opinion.
6'0 (182-183 cm) is the perfect height and 6'2 (188 cm) is the alpha male. 189-190 cm (weakers 6'3) still very decent heights
Emil said on 6/Feb/23
@Adrian
We're just being pedantic and obsessing about small details lol. I have no problem with accepting anything. The times I've been measured at my GP or any physician have just always been earlier in the day, and I'm usually around 183.5-184 cm. I can drop to a smidgen below 183 cm at me evening low, so around 1 cm lower than what I'd measure at a physical examination around lunch.
Does it bother you what we think or what? It's just height lmao
@Adrian
We're just being pedantic and obsessing about small details lol. I have no problem with accepting anything. The times I've been measured at my GP or any physician have just always been earlier in the day, and I'm usually around 183.5-184 cm. I can drop to a smidgen below 183 cm at me evening low, so around 1 cm lower than what I'd measure at a physical examination around lunch.
Does it bother you what we think or what? It's just height lmao
(Billythetreesurgeon) said on 6/Feb/23
Emil@ you are right dude, statistically speaking I should be 80th percentile but sometimes feel 75 - 80th among the below 50 crowd, but the people I deal with day to day generally are over 6ft by a bit, not under. you are a cm taller than me at extreme lows and the cm makes a big difference really
Emil@ you are right dude, statistically speaking I should be 80th percentile but sometimes feel 75 - 80th among the below 50 crowd, but the people I deal with day to day generally are over 6ft by a bit, not under. you are a cm taller than me at extreme lows and the cm makes a big difference really
adrianjacobs said on 6/Feb/23
@Emil @QM6'1.5"QM
He said in an earlier comment a couple of weeks ago that he's from Sweden and that he's 6'1.75 in the evening.
@Emil @QM6'1.5"QM
He said in an earlier comment a couple of weeks ago that he's from Sweden and that he's 6'1.75 in the evening.
Henrik said on 6/Feb/23
@QM6'1.5"QM
I am 189.5cm (6ft 2.6) first thing during the day and 187.5cm (6ft 1.8) before bed using box and tape measure, and I live in central Sweden.
In crowded areas I usually see a couple of guys who are a good two to three inches taller than me, and I know personally two guys who are 6ft 5. Four inches on me (6ft 6) is rare, though. I feel like there's a big difference between 6ft 2 and 4, even though it is only two inches.
My experience is that by Scandinavian standards, many people consider tall to start at 6ft 3 or 190cm as we say in metric.
@QM6'1.5"QM
I am 189.5cm (6ft 2.6) first thing during the day and 187.5cm (6ft 1.8) before bed using box and tape measure, and I live in central Sweden.
In crowded areas I usually see a couple of guys who are a good two to three inches taller than me, and I know personally two guys who are 6ft 5. Four inches on me (6ft 6) is rare, though. I feel like there's a big difference between 6ft 2 and 4, even though it is only two inches.
My experience is that by Scandinavian standards, many people consider tall to start at 6ft 3 or 190cm as we say in metric.
Jdubbz said on 6/Feb/23
@Okidoki:
@jdubbz Everyone has their own definitions, but to me, i would say that guys from 197 cm and up are exceptionally tall in most countries, but not "feaky" or in other translation "crazy".
I have a friend who is 206 cm, and he described himself as having "extreme length". physically speaking, i guess guys from about 6'9 start looking incredibly tall.
Hmm...I wouldn't say 197cm is exceptional in most western countries, but it's certainly very tall. Exceptional would have to be at least 2 meters or taller. I respect your opinion though - this is a very subjective topic after all.
As for your 2.06m friend, he's definitely what I would call exceptionally tall. Freaky tall is something else though, and I hate using that description because of how demeaning it is. I've seen a few 6'9 - 6'11 guys over the years, and I never thought that their height was freaky. Extreme or exceptional, sure, but seeing them didn't "freak me out".
I did sorta feel that way when I saw a 7'2-3 range guy a few years ago, but that's because seeing someone who is nearly a full head taller than me is so incredibly rare. He gave a very different impression than those 6'9-11 guys, so if freaky tall is a thing, it would describe those who are over 7 foot. At least from my perspective.
@Okidoki:
@jdubbz Everyone has their own definitions, but to me, i would say that guys from 197 cm and up are exceptionally tall in most countries, but not "feaky" or in other translation "crazy".
I have a friend who is 206 cm, and he described himself as having "extreme length". physically speaking, i guess guys from about 6'9 start looking incredibly tall.
Hmm...I wouldn't say 197cm is exceptional in most western countries, but it's certainly very tall. Exceptional would have to be at least 2 meters or taller. I respect your opinion though - this is a very subjective topic after all.
As for your 2.06m friend, he's definitely what I would call exceptionally tall. Freaky tall is something else though, and I hate using that description because of how demeaning it is. I've seen a few 6'9 - 6'11 guys over the years, and I never thought that their height was freaky. Extreme or exceptional, sure, but seeing them didn't "freak me out".
I did sorta feel that way when I saw a 7'2-3 range guy a few years ago, but that's because seeing someone who is nearly a full head taller than me is so incredibly rare. He gave a very different impression than those 6'9-11 guys, so if freaky tall is a thing, it would describe those who are over 7 foot. At least from my perspective.
Caleb 178.8cm said on 6/Feb/23
When I measure my height facing the wall with a hardcover book, I always get a measurement 1/8" lower than what I get when I measure myself on my stadiometer right before or after the hardcover book measurement.
I used the spine of the book to measure myself and I made sure the book was long enough so that it goes past the top of my head (the book I used was longer than my feet). I also made sure the book was lightweight enough so that it's easy to hold it straight against the wall. Even then my measurements against the wall with the spine of a hardcover book were consistently about 1/8" lower than the stadiometer measurements I took right before or after. However, when I compared my tape measure to my stadiometer at exactly 5'5" which is right below my eye-level so that I have a good view of how tall they are compared to each other, they were the same height from the ground.
Point is, when I measure 5'10 5/16" on my stadiometer, I would measure about 5'10 3/16" facing the wall with the spine of a hardcover book on top of my head at the same time.
When I measure my height facing the wall with a hardcover book, I always get a measurement 1/8" lower than what I get when I measure myself on my stadiometer right before or after the hardcover book measurement.
I used the spine of the book to measure myself and I made sure the book was long enough so that it goes past the top of my head (the book I used was longer than my feet). I also made sure the book was lightweight enough so that it's easy to hold it straight against the wall. Even then my measurements against the wall with the spine of a hardcover book were consistently about 1/8" lower than the stadiometer measurements I took right before or after. However, when I compared my tape measure to my stadiometer at exactly 5'5" which is right below my eye-level so that I have a good view of how tall they are compared to each other, they were the same height from the ground.
Point is, when I measure 5'10 5/16" on my stadiometer, I would measure about 5'10 3/16" facing the wall with the spine of a hardcover book on top of my head at the same time.
Emil said on 6/Feb/23
@MaskDeMasque 5'9.5
Depends on the country. 5'7 is just a whisker above average for Scandinavian women
@MaskDeMasque 5'9.5
Depends on the country. 5'7 is just a whisker above average for Scandinavian women
rlheight5'11 said on 5/Feb/23
Where did rlheight5'11 go 😄🙋♂️
Where did rlheight5'11 go 😄🙋♂️
viper said on 5/Feb/23
Western Kentucky has a 7-4 player
Western Kentucky has a 7-4 player
FiveNine said on 5/Feb/23
@Mask
5’2” average female height largest populated country of China.
Some countries average female height drops under 5’2 and
also some are above 5’2 … But … We can also tower over others
without having to be 6’2
@Mask
5’2” average female height largest populated country of China.
Some countries average female height drops under 5’2 and
also some are above 5’2 … But … We can also tower over others
without having to be 6’2
Crypto139 said on 5/Feb/23
Meeting a few people recently, and whew one guy I know claimed 6'2" but my cousin who is probably a strong 6 foot honestly looks a bit taller than him. I suppose it is human nature to exaggerate things. I remember recently some guy from Toronto was trying to tell people it "AVERAGES" -20 there, and looking at each and every data site, I noticed the average January low temperature at Pearson Airport is at -9.4C (I am using the colder weather station to help their claim). Now this is before wind chill, but even with wind chill they would need to average 41 k/h winds at -9.4C to average a wind chill of -20 in Toronto, and it doesn't average anywhere near that wind speed. I suppose it is similar with some people trying to claim 6 foot in a way. Wake up at 5 foot 10.75, and maybe put on some sneakers, boom you are "6 feet tall". I suppose it is human nature in a way to exaggerate things in general idk.
Meeting a few people recently, and whew one guy I know claimed 6'2" but my cousin who is probably a strong 6 foot honestly looks a bit taller than him. I suppose it is human nature to exaggerate things. I remember recently some guy from Toronto was trying to tell people it "AVERAGES" -20 there, and looking at each and every data site, I noticed the average January low temperature at Pearson Airport is at -9.4C (I am using the colder weather station to help their claim). Now this is before wind chill, but even with wind chill they would need to average 41 k/h winds at -9.4C to average a wind chill of -20 in Toronto, and it doesn't average anywhere near that wind speed. I suppose it is similar with some people trying to claim 6 foot in a way. Wake up at 5 foot 10.75, and maybe put on some sneakers, boom you are "6 feet tall". I suppose it is human nature in a way to exaggerate things in general idk.
Emil said on 5/Feb/23
@Henrik
Where are you from? I have an inkling you're Danish 😄
@Henrik
Where are you from? I have an inkling you're Danish 😄
QM6'1.5"QM said on 5/Feb/23
Henrik said on 4/Feb/23
How tall are you in the morning ?!
Do you come from ?
Henrik said on 4/Feb/23
How tall are you in the morning ?!
Do you come from ?
adrianjacobs said on 5/Feb/23
@Henrik
Yeah, but you're from Sweden and that's a whole other case. You've been guessed at literally 5'9-5'11 at 6'2 (or 6'1.75 like you said the previous time), which would be absolutely absurd and insane in any country on earth than this sh*thole. I've been guessed at 10cm shorter than I am as well. People are definitely not "overestimating" height around here.
@Henrik
Yeah, but you're from Sweden and that's a whole other case. You've been guessed at literally 5'9-5'11 at 6'2 (or 6'1.75 like you said the previous time), which would be absolutely absurd and insane in any country on earth than this sh*thole. I've been guessed at 10cm shorter than I am as well. People are definitely not "overestimating" height around here.
adrianjacobs said on 5/Feb/23
@Emil
Is your "true height" your evening height or something? As soon as someone here talks about average in Scandinavian countries, and finds a number like "5'11.5" on google, someone needs to point out that "it's actually lower" because that number apparently isn't evening height. Why? Can't you just accept that's what it is?
@Emil
Is your "true height" your evening height or something? As soon as someone here talks about average in Scandinavian countries, and finds a number like "5'11.5" on google, someone needs to point out that "it's actually lower" because that number apparently isn't evening height. Why? Can't you just accept that's what it is?
Emil said on 5/Feb/23
@Billythetreesurgeon
Where do you live in the UK? In a wealthy area or something? You're not the tallest guy in the world, sure, but statistically speaking you should be taller than at least 80% of guys your age. Not shorter.
I'm around 6'0 at my usual low, and I've felt taller than far most guys the times I've been to the UK. Even in London. In Denmark I feel average though haha
@Billythetreesurgeon
Where do you live in the UK? In a wealthy area or something? You're not the tallest guy in the world, sure, but statistically speaking you should be taller than at least 80% of guys your age. Not shorter.
I'm around 6'0 at my usual low, and I've felt taller than far most guys the times I've been to the UK. Even in London. In Denmark I feel average though haha
Caleb 178.8cm said on 4/Feb/23
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Kellan said on 4/Feb/23
“Freaky tall” to me would mean like 99.9%, which is 6’7” plus/2m in the US. 6’3.5”-6’6” is “very tall”
“Freaky tall” to me would mean like 99.9%, which is 6’7” plus/2m in the US. 6’3.5”-6’6” is “very tall”
Big Ben said on 4/Feb/23
Hello Rob, something interesting happened last week... I saw Malmö FF (we beat Celtic a few years ago in the Champions League play-off) playing and I stood next to most of the players. It was shocking how many of the players were several inches shorter than their listings.. some of them was listed as 178 but were maybe 5’7” or 5’8” at best and there were players listed as 6’0” who were shorter than me like Patriot Sejdiu. I think the biggest inflation was Moustafa Zeidan who is listed as 5’9” but was closer to 5’5”, definitely under 5’6” anyway.
Editor Rob
Hello Rob, something interesting happened last week... I saw Malmö FF (we beat Celtic a few years ago in the Champions League play-off) playing and I stood next to most of the players. It was shocking how many of the players were several inches shorter than their listings.. some of them was listed as 178 but were maybe 5’7” or 5’8” at best and there were players listed as 6’0” who were shorter than me like Patriot Sejdiu. I think the biggest inflation was Moustafa Zeidan who is listed as 5’9” but was closer to 5’5”, definitely under 5’6” anyway.
Editor RobYes, some players do get boosted in height, 3 inches is rarer to see!
jokey said on 4/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 3/Feb/23
At our heights we are a half foot taller than
average height Females.
Besides being taller than Almost 48% of Males.
In an average shopping mall we are taller
than 80% of the population … Facts are Truth
.......at five nine?
FiveNine said on 3/Feb/23
At our heights we are a half foot taller than
average height Females.
Besides being taller than Almost 48% of Males.
In an average shopping mall we are taller
than 80% of the population … Facts are Truth
.......at five nine?
Jdubbz said on 4/Feb/23
FiveNine said on 3/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
At our heights we are a half foot taller than
average height Females.
Besides being taller than Almost 48% of Males.
In an average shopping mall we are taller
than 80% of the population … Facts are Truth
When over 50% of the population is made up of women and children, that isn't really saying much. Also, the average woman isn't 5'2-3, but 1.5 inches taller than that.
I get wanting to feel special in some way, but comparing your height to the average woman in an effort to feel above average isn't the way to do it. A 5 foot tall man would feel super tall in a classroom full of 6 year olds. Does that mean he's super tall? Of course not, because that's not a fair comparison.
FiveNine said on 3/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
At our heights we are a half foot taller than
average height Females.
Besides being taller than Almost 48% of Males.
In an average shopping mall we are taller
than 80% of the population … Facts are Truth
When over 50% of the population is made up of women and children, that isn't really saying much. Also, the average woman isn't 5'2-3, but 1.5 inches taller than that.
I get wanting to feel special in some way, but comparing your height to the average woman in an effort to feel above average isn't the way to do it. A 5 foot tall man would feel super tall in a classroom full of 6 year olds. Does that mean he's super tall? Of course not, because that's not a fair comparison.
Emil said on 4/Feb/23
@Rob
I've discovered I can shrink up to almost 3 cm over a day. 185.5 cm out of bed to 182.6 at my extreme low. Normally, I just go from 185.0 to 183.0.
My inseam is 32 inches, I reckon my spine must be relatively long for my height.
Editor Rob
@Rob
I've discovered I can shrink up to almost 3 cm over a day. 185.5 cm out of bed to 182.6 at my extreme low. Normally, I just go from 185.0 to 183.0.
My inseam is 32 inches, I reckon my spine must be relatively long for my height.
Editor RobNormal difference sounds what you'd typically expect, but your extreme difference of 3cm is substantial, but nothing to worry about.
Okidoki said on 4/Feb/23
@jdubbz Everyone has their own definitions, but to me, i would say that guys from 197 cm and up are exceptionally tall in most countries, but not "feaky" or in other translation "crazy".
I have a friend who is 206 cm, and he described himself as having "extreme length". physically speaking, i guess guys from about 6'9 start looking incredibly tall.
@jdubbz Everyone has their own definitions, but to me, i would say that guys from 197 cm and up are exceptionally tall in most countries, but not "feaky" or in other translation "crazy".
I have a friend who is 206 cm, and he described himself as having "extreme length". physically speaking, i guess guys from about 6'9 start looking incredibly tall.
QM6'1.5"QM said on 4/Feb/23
Rob, please, add Mitch Lucker (vocal/frontman Suicide Silence, died in 2012, at only 28y.o kid) on celebheights.com.
He was a great example of solid 6'2" tall guy, but self-claimed 6'3" on twitter!
Rob, please, add Mitch Lucker (vocal/frontman Suicide Silence, died in 2012, at only 28y.o kid) on celebheights.com.
He was a great example of solid 6'2" tall guy, but self-claimed 6'3" on twitter!
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 4/Feb/23
@FiveNine
Most women aren't 5'2. But yeh a guy who is at least 5'7 should feel tall around women.
@FiveNine
Most women aren't 5'2. But yeh a guy who is at least 5'7 should feel tall around women.
Emil said on 4/Feb/23
Average height in Denmark is around 5'11.5 for military conscripts according to statistics - (probably 5'11 on the nose if we based it on evening lows).
Not sure how that represents the entire male population as a whole though. Other studies have shown that average height is around 181.9 cm for young ethnic Danish men. Again, evening low is probably 181 cm or a smidgen below.
I'm around 183 cm at my evening low, and in a room of 10 young Danish guys, I'm usually taller than around 5-7. Rarely less, rarely more. It varies a bit.
Average height in Denmark is around 5'11.5 for military conscripts according to statistics - (probably 5'11 on the nose if we based it on evening lows).
Not sure how that represents the entire male population as a whole though. Other studies have shown that average height is around 181.9 cm for young ethnic Danish men. Again, evening low is probably 181 cm or a smidgen below.
I'm around 183 cm at my evening low, and in a room of 10 young Danish guys, I'm usually taller than around 5-7. Rarely less, rarely more. It varies a bit.
Rick84q said on 4/Feb/23
@italianguy id say freakish start atleast over 202 in my opinion like 6'8 and up.
@italianguy id say freakish start atleast over 202 in my opinion like 6'8 and up.
Rick84q said on 4/Feb/23
@italianguy we are height twins an yes, I dont considered freakish tall either just tall (very tall actually.)
@italianguy we are height twins an yes, I dont considered freakish tall either just tall (very tall actually.)
Henrik said on 4/Feb/23
I'm 6ft 2 and I usually feel tallish in crowded areas.
To be fair, I think taller people are likely to pay more attention to people of higher stature they see, the "seeing what you want to see" effect. Which might give them a little skewed impression that the average is higher than what it is, perhaps.
Still, having said that, one cannot deny that there is hardly a shortage of tall Scandinavians.
I'm 6ft 2 and I usually feel tallish in crowded areas.
To be fair, I think taller people are likely to pay more attention to people of higher stature they see, the "seeing what you want to see" effect. Which might give them a little skewed impression that the average is higher than what it is, perhaps.
Still, having said that, one cannot deny that there is hardly a shortage of tall Scandinavians.
Sandy Cowell said on 4/Feb/23
@ James B - That comment of yours to Jdubbz made me laugh! 😂👌🏼
He’d feel tall next to me, as I’m never going to get any taller; quite the contrary!
@ James B - That comment of yours to Jdubbz made me laugh! 😂👌🏼
He’d feel tall next to me, as I’m never going to get any taller; quite the contrary!
FiveNine said on 3/Feb/23
@James.B 172cm
At our heights we are a half foot taller than
average height Females.
Besides being taller than Almost 48% of Males.
In an average shopping mall we are taller
than 80% of the population … Facts are Truth …
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
James B 172cm said on 31/Jan/23
At 5ft8 I feel tall quite often where I live in england
@James.B 172cm
At our heights we are a half foot taller than
average height Females.
Besides being taller than Almost 48% of Males.
In an average shopping mall we are taller
than 80% of the population … Facts are Truth …
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
James B 172cm said on 31/Jan/23
At 5ft8 I feel tall quite often where I live in england
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