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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
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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?
Click Here
Editor Rob
Hello Rob, How much do you think these shoes give?
Click Here
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
Holy cow, I found an extremely tall Ukrainian woman on Zaratustraelsabio's DeviantArt page! Check it out and see how tall she is for yourself:
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Holy cow, I found an extremely tall Ukrainian woman on Zaratustraelsabio's DeviantArt page! Check it out and see how tall she is for yourself:
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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
Alex 6'0 said on 3/Feb/23
I feel tallish still and i live a little north of nyc. Depends where i go ill be one the tallest in the store
I feel tallish still and i live a little north of nyc. Depends where i go ill be one the tallest in the store
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 3/Feb/23
I'm not much taller than James and I felt above average quite a lot when I lived in a big village. There was mainly old people who lived there though.
I'm not much taller than James and I felt above average quite a lot when I lived in a big village. There was mainly old people who lived there though.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 3/Feb/23
I've never seen a 6'4 woman before, sounds great lol. Tallest girl I've ever seen was 6'2-6'3 range.
I've never seen a 6'4 woman before, sounds great lol. Tallest girl I've ever seen was 6'2-6'3 range.
(Billythetreesurgeon) said on 3/Feb/23
James.B 172cm
Perhaps you live in a village or something with an elderly population, I’m 182cm at night and when I meet someone around my age 8 times out of 10 they are taller than I am.. even though I am practically 6ft I still feel shortish sometimes, maybe you have a higher eye level than your typical 5.8 guy
James.B 172cm
Perhaps you live in a village or something with an elderly population, I’m 182cm at night and when I meet someone around my age 8 times out of 10 they are taller than I am.. even though I am practically 6ft I still feel shortish sometimes, maybe you have a higher eye level than your typical 5.8 guy
Caleb 178.8cm said on 3/Feb/23
Tallest known living men without growth-related pathological disorders:
1. Bob Wegner - 7'8.5
2. Paul Sturgess - 7'7.26
3. Robert Bobroczky - 7'7
4. Shawn Bradley - 7'6
5. Yao Ming - 7'5.5
6. Daniel Gilchrist - 7'5.5
7. Olivier Rioux - 7'5.33
8. Tacko Fall - 7'5.25
9. Jamarion Sharp - 7'5
10. Connor Vanover - 7'5
11. Chuck Nevitt - 7'5
12. Will Foster - 7'5
13. Calvin Lane - 7'5
14. Samuel Deguara - 7'5
15. Marko Dujkovic - 7'5
16. Liu Chuanxing - 7'4.5
17. Sergey Ilin - 7'4.5
18. Aleksandr Rindin - 7'4.5
Keep in mind that some of these heights may not be accurate. I'm just going off of what I saw them listed at.
Tallest known living men without growth-related pathological disorders:
1. Bob Wegner - 7'8.5
2. Paul Sturgess - 7'7.26
3. Robert Bobroczky - 7'7
4. Shawn Bradley - 7'6
5. Yao Ming - 7'5.5
6. Daniel Gilchrist - 7'5.5
7. Olivier Rioux - 7'5.33
8. Tacko Fall - 7'5.25
9. Jamarion Sharp - 7'5
10. Connor Vanover - 7'5
11. Chuck Nevitt - 7'5
12. Will Foster - 7'5
13. Calvin Lane - 7'5
14. Samuel Deguara - 7'5
15. Marko Dujkovic - 7'5
16. Liu Chuanxing - 7'4.5
17. Sergey Ilin - 7'4.5
18. Aleksandr Rindin - 7'4.5
Keep in mind that some of these heights may not be accurate. I'm just going off of what I saw them listed at.
James.B 172cm said on 2/Feb/23
Jdubbz said on 1/Feb/23
I imagine you'd only feel tall at 5'8 (in England) when comparing your height to women, children, and very old people who have shrunk several inches. I.e, a pretty unfair comparison (assuming you're a guy).
Actually I noticed the women are getting a lot taller these days
Jdubbz said on 1/Feb/23
I imagine you'd only feel tall at 5'8 (in England) when comparing your height to women, children, and very old people who have shrunk several inches. I.e, a pretty unfair comparison (assuming you're a guy).
Actually I noticed the women are getting a lot taller these days
Zaratustraelsabio said on 2/Feb/23
Maahin Chowdhury said on 31/Jan/23
Bruh today, I just seen a woman that is around 6’4 at a local shop I went with my mates. I never seen a woman that tall in my life!
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Please tell us about the experience. I love tall girls.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 31/Jan/23
Bruh today, I just seen a woman that is around 6’4 at a local shop I went with my mates. I never seen a woman that tall in my life!
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Please tell us about the experience. I love tall girls.
Jdubbz said on 1/Feb/23
I imagine you'd only feel tall at 5'8 (in England) when comparing your height to women, children, and very old people who have shrunk several inches. I.e, a pretty unfair comparison (assuming you're a guy).
I imagine you'd only feel tall at 5'8 (in England) when comparing your height to women, children, and very old people who have shrunk several inches. I.e, a pretty unfair comparison (assuming you're a guy).
James.B 172cm said on 1/Feb/23
Maahin Chowdhury said on 1/Feb/23
@James.B 172 cm
That’s weird that you feel quite tall at 5’8 in the UK, unless your area is 5’5-5’6 on average for men. I feel above average/ tallish at 5’11 and I also live in the UK. Maybe your area is shorter than the overall average. Do you live in a rural area?
I live in a town with a population of 42,835 which is right next door to the countryside
Maahin Chowdhury said on 1/Feb/23
@James.B 172 cm
That’s weird that you feel quite tall at 5’8 in the UK, unless your area is 5’5-5’6 on average for men. I feel above average/ tallish at 5’11 and I also live in the UK. Maybe your area is shorter than the overall average. Do you live in a rural area?
I live in a town with a population of 42,835 which is right next door to the countryside
Maahin Chowdhury said on 1/Feb/23
@James.B 172 cm
That’s weird that you feel quite tall at 5’8 in the UK, unless your area is 5’5-5’6 on average for men. I feel above average/ tallish at 5’11 and I also live in the UK. Maybe your area is shorter than the overall average. Do you live in a rural area?
@James.B 172 cm
That’s weird that you feel quite tall at 5’8 in the UK, unless your area is 5’5-5’6 on average for men. I feel above average/ tallish at 5’11 and I also live in the UK. Maybe your area is shorter than the overall average. Do you live in a rural area?
James.B 172cm said on 1/Feb/23
I was measured 172cm on a stadiometer at the doctors office, 171 1/2cm on a wall gym tape measure and weirdly 5ft6 1/2 on a laser height measuring machine at the shopping centre.
Odd isn’t it that I got 3 different height measurements
I was measured 172cm on a stadiometer at the doctors office, 171 1/2cm on a wall gym tape measure and weirdly 5ft6 1/2 on a laser height measuring machine at the shopping centre.
Odd isn’t it that I got 3 different height measurements
James.B 172cm said on 1/Feb/23
Today I went out for a walk and I felt like a tall guy especially amongst the elderly men I saw
Today I went out for a walk and I felt like a tall guy especially amongst the elderly men I saw
Sandy Cowell said on 1/Feb/23
@ Maahim Chowdhury - That is ONE TALL WOMAN! I don’t think I’ve ever met a woman of that height either, but I have known plenty of 5ft11 to 6ft2.
There were two women who came in to check on my hip after my big op, (hip replacement five years ago). One was 6ft2 and the other nurse was below 5ft. They always worked together and got on very well!
Cheers Maahim! 😁👍🏼
@ Maahim Chowdhury - That is ONE TALL WOMAN! I don’t think I’ve ever met a woman of that height either, but I have known plenty of 5ft11 to 6ft2.
There were two women who came in to check on my hip after my big op, (hip replacement five years ago). One was 6ft2 and the other nurse was below 5ft. They always worked together and got on very well!
Cheers Maahim! 😁👍🏼
rlheight5'11 said on 31/Jan/23
@Editor Rob
I wasn't criticising nor questioning Bobby's writing and my original comment to him sounded a bit questionable, I read over it again.
@Editor Rob
I wasn't criticising nor questioning Bobby's writing and my original comment to him sounded a bit questionable, I read over it again.
Rockaway said on 31/Jan/23
Just measured 183.5cm on a stadiometer at a doctors appointment around 2pm. I worked out earlier in the morning as well. Rob, would you classify that as “solid 6 foot”? Also, would you list that as 6’0.25” on your website?
Just measured 183.5cm on a stadiometer at a doctors appointment around 2pm. I worked out earlier in the morning as well. Rob, would you classify that as “solid 6 foot”? Also, would you list that as 6’0.25” on your website?
Maahin Chowdhury said on 31/Jan/23
Bruh today, I just seen a woman that is around 6’4 at a local shop I went with my mates. I never seen a woman that tall in my life!
Bruh today, I just seen a woman that is around 6’4 at a local shop I went with my mates. I never seen a woman that tall in my life!
James B 172cm said on 31/Jan/23
At 5ft8 I feel tall quite often where I live in england
At 5ft8 I feel tall quite often where I live in england
Poster said on 30/Jan/23
@adrianposter: That sounds quite anecdotal. That cutoff height is too tall for some ethnicities and some countries. It might be valid for Dutch men. It's definitely not valid for Indonesian men.
@adrianposter: That sounds quite anecdotal. That cutoff height is too tall for some ethnicities and some countries. It might be valid for Dutch men. It's definitely not valid for Indonesian men.
Poster said on 29/Jan/23
James' height chart brought something to mind. Short is not synonymous with small, and tall is not synonymous with large. I wouldn't describe a tall and skinny person as large, for instance. I guess that the words are synonymous in some countries.
James' height chart brought something to mind. Short is not synonymous with small, and tall is not synonymous with large. I wouldn't describe a tall and skinny person as large, for instance. I guess that the words are synonymous in some countries.
chad michaels said on 29/Jan/23
Hello Rob, How much do you think these shoes add?
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Editor Rob
Hello Rob, How much do you think these shoes add?
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Editor RobI would place those within 1.5-1.75 zone
Caleb 178.7cm said on 29/Jan/23
Rob, how tall do you think Ike Catcher is? My guess is that I would get 6'7 3/4 if I measured him against a wall like Lindsay Hayward.
Editor Rob
Rob, how tall do you think Ike Catcher is? My guess is that I would get 6'7 3/4 if I measured him against a wall like Lindsay Hayward.
Editor RobCould imagine about 6ft 8
adrianposter said on 29/Jan/23
tbh i see more 4’10-4’11 girls than 5’3-5’4 guys so i think 5’3 should be the dwarf cutoff for males
tbh i see more 4’10-4’11 girls than 5’3-5’4 guys so i think 5’3 should be the dwarf cutoff for males
Poster said on 28/Jan/23
@Meltdown: I think that those cutoff heights apply to black and white Americans under a certain age. Maybe they should be higher in the "taller" countries while they should be lower in the "shorter" countries. It could be 4'10 for a Dutch woman. It could be 4'6 for an Indonesian woman.
@Meltdown: I think that those cutoff heights apply to black and white Americans under a certain age. Maybe they should be higher in the "taller" countries while they should be lower in the "shorter" countries. It could be 4'10 for a Dutch woman. It could be 4'6 for an Indonesian woman.
Leesheff85 said on 28/Jan/23
Five foot is not short enough to be a dwarf. That's ridiculous. Below four ten for men and. A few inches shorter for woman
Five foot is not short enough to be a dwarf. That's ridiculous. Below four ten for men and. A few inches shorter for woman
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 28/Jan/23
Some people think I'm was insulting to little person due to my chart about them. i was just tell us my opinion like any other topic
Some people think I'm was insulting to little person due to my chart about them. i was just tell us my opinion like any other topic
Okidoki said on 28/Jan/23
Rob: If enviromental factors where optimal, how much could the average height grow? For both men and women, diet, physicality, enviroment etc.
Is it minimal room now?
Editor Rob
Rob: If enviromental factors where optimal, how much could the average height grow? For both men and women, diet, physicality, enviroment etc.
Is it minimal room now?
Editor RobThat's the kind of subject matter some researchers might look at.
Okidoki said on 28/Jan/23
adrianjacobs: Check out the ncd height calculator data, it's from 2019 and one of the most accurate studies, the studies are based on national surveys and not selfreported studies, so it's almost no chance that it's less than 3 hours out of bed, so up till 8 hours out of bed, you will be max 0.5 to 1 cm shorter. I'ts 19 year olds and the Swedes were 180.5 cm on average.
From all the studies i have seen, 181.5 cm was the maximum average. Interms of numbers atleast, the average is not 182-183 cm.
From all that has been seen, it's hard to see the average ethnic Swede below 180 cm, but not above 182 cm either. One of the tallest people in the world for a reason.
But if the ncd data is correct, they may still be incorrect at some countries. Only 180 cm for a young Swede is still a possibility.
adrianjacobs: Check out the ncd height calculator data, it's from 2019 and one of the most accurate studies, the studies are based on national surveys and not selfreported studies, so it's almost no chance that it's less than 3 hours out of bed, so up till 8 hours out of bed, you will be max 0.5 to 1 cm shorter. I'ts 19 year olds and the Swedes were 180.5 cm on average.
From all the studies i have seen, 181.5 cm was the maximum average. Interms of numbers atleast, the average is not 182-183 cm.
From all that has been seen, it's hard to see the average ethnic Swede below 180 cm, but not above 182 cm either. One of the tallest people in the world for a reason.
But if the ncd data is correct, they may still be incorrect at some countries. Only 180 cm for a young Swede is still a possibility.
Jdubbz said on 28/Jan/23
James.B 172cm said on 26/Jan/23
Used to know a guy who I THINK was 6’4 legit (he claimed consistently claimed 6’5). He looked taller than just ‘regular’ tall if you know what I mean but not like freakish or anything.
How did you know he was 6'4 and not 6'5? Unless you're Rob Paul, being able to discern whether a guy is 8.5 or 9.5 inches taller than you isn't the easiest thing to do.
James.B 172cm said on 26/Jan/23
Used to know a guy who I THINK was 6’4 legit (he claimed consistently claimed 6’5). He looked taller than just ‘regular’ tall if you know what I mean but not like freakish or anything.
How did you know he was 6'4 and not 6'5? Unless you're Rob Paul, being able to discern whether a guy is 8.5 or 9.5 inches taller than you isn't the easiest thing to do.
Emil said on 28/Jan/23
@adrian
Sounds plausible
@adrian
Sounds plausible
James.B 172cm said on 27/Jan/23
Meltdown said on 27/Jan/23
Standard Height Distribution for Men
XXS 5'4" and under
XS 5'5" – 5'6"
S 5'7" – 5'8"
M 5'9" – 5'10"
L 5'11 – 6'0"
XL 6'1" – 6'2"
XXL 6'3 – 6'4"
XXXL 6'5" and up
I am 5ft8 and since working out a lot more of my shirts are medium. When I skinny I wore size small though.
Meltdown said on 27/Jan/23
Standard Height Distribution for Men
XXS 5'4" and under
XS 5'5" – 5'6"
S 5'7" – 5'8"
M 5'9" – 5'10"
L 5'11 – 6'0"
XL 6'1" – 6'2"
XXL 6'3 – 6'4"
XXXL 6'5" and up
I am 5ft8 and since working out a lot more of my shirts are medium. When I skinny I wore size small though.
Sandy Cowell said on 27/Jan/23
John Bowe starred in: The Living Daylights, Resurrected, Prime Suspect, Ashes to Ashes, Gozo, New Tricks, Emmerdale and, as mentioned before, Coronation Street. 😁
John Bowe starred in: The Living Daylights, Resurrected, Prime Suspect, Ashes to Ashes, Gozo, New Tricks, Emmerdale and, as mentioned before, Coronation Street. 😁
Sandy Cowell said on 27/Jan/23
Please could we have a page for actor John Bowe, Rob? Recently killed off in Classic Coronation Street, I’ve seen him pop up in a variety of things over the years. One is the film I’m watching now - Bright Hair, in which he plays a detective.
I found 5ft11.75 for John’s peak and 5ft11 nowadays. I thought, “Someone knows what he’s talking about on the height front!”
Thank you, Rob!
Please could we have a page for actor John Bowe, Rob? Recently killed off in Classic Coronation Street, I’ve seen him pop up in a variety of things over the years. One is the film I’m watching now - Bright Hair, in which he plays a detective.
I found 5ft11.75 for John’s peak and 5ft11 nowadays. I thought, “Someone knows what he’s talking about on the height front!”
Thank you, Rob!
Kellan said on 27/Jan/23
I think the guideline is more like, people with dwarfism tend to be under 4'10". People 4'10" and under are not necessarily dwarfs. In some shorter countries the average is 4'11" for women.
I think the guideline is more like, people with dwarfism tend to be under 4'10". People 4'10" and under are not necessarily dwarfs. In some shorter countries the average is 4'11" for women.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 27/Jan/23
@adrianjacobs
I’ve never been to Sweden or any other Scandinavian country, but I heard that they’re quite tall, almost as tall as the dutch. I doubt the average over there is just a flat 5’10. I think it’s around a weak 5’11/179 cm at least.
@adrianjacobs
I’ve never been to Sweden or any other Scandinavian country, but I heard that they’re quite tall, almost as tall as the dutch. I doubt the average over there is just a flat 5’10. I think it’s around a weak 5’11/179 cm at least.
Maahin Chowdhury said on 27/Jan/23
@Henrik
Apparently Dutch people are getting shorter. Dutch men and women who are born in the 1980s are 1-2 cm taller on average than those who are born in the 2000s. So relatively speaking, millennials are taller than gen z in The Netherlands.
@Henrik
Apparently Dutch people are getting shorter. Dutch men and women who are born in the 1980s are 1-2 cm taller on average than those who are born in the 2000s. So relatively speaking, millennials are taller than gen z in The Netherlands.
adrianjacobs said on 27/Jan/23
@Emil
I'd say it's around 6ft for young swedish guys. 5'11.5 was measured 15 years ago and the average is likely a bit taller now. I live in Stockholm and the average is definitely taller than 6ft here, but it could be around 6ft for the whole country since people living in Skåne and southern parts of the country are noticeably shorter.
@Emil
I'd say it's around 6ft for young swedish guys. 5'11.5 was measured 15 years ago and the average is likely a bit taller now. I live in Stockholm and the average is definitely taller than 6ft here, but it could be around 6ft for the whole country since people living in Skåne and southern parts of the country are noticeably shorter.
adrianjacobs said on 27/Jan/23
@Poster
Yeah, they could be 5'5, but I was asking @dreus23 because he said that swedish women are 5'4-5'5, which would make white american women barely 5'3.
@Poster
Yeah, they could be 5'5, but I was asking @dreus23 because he said that swedish women are 5'4-5'5, which would make white american women barely 5'3.
Henrik said on 27/Jan/23
I doubt that generation Z is taller than millennials. I don't think people are really growing taller anymore.
I doubt that generation Z is taller than millennials. I don't think people are really growing taller anymore.
Glitch said on 27/Jan/23
Where is @Lell?
Curious to know what is his height now.
Where is @Lell?
Curious to know what is his height now.
AK World said on 27/Jan/23
Hello @Rob,
How tall does this guy look?
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Editor Rob
Hello @Rob,
How tall does this guy look?
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Editor RobWhen photo appeared, my first thought was under average.
Meltdown said on 27/Jan/23
@Poster said on 24/Jan/23
I've always said this! 5'0" should be legal dwarf height for men and 4'8" for women. The 4'10" across-the-board standard is extremely ignorant and unuseful.
@Poster said on 24/Jan/23
I've always said this! 5'0" should be legal dwarf height for men and 4'8" for women. The 4'10" across-the-board standard is extremely ignorant and unuseful.
Meltdown said on 27/Jan/23
Standard Height Distribution for Men
XXS 5'4" and under
XS 5'5" – 5'6"
S 5'7" – 5'8"
M 5'9" – 5'10"
L 5'11 – 6'0"
XL 6'1" – 6'2"
XXL 6'3 – 6'4"
XXXL 6'5" and up
Standard Height Distribution for Men
XXS 5'4" and under
XS 5'5" – 5'6"
S 5'7" – 5'8"
M 5'9" – 5'10"
L 5'11 – 6'0"
XL 6'1" – 6'2"
XXL 6'3 – 6'4"
XXXL 6'5" and up
Poster said on 26/Jan/23
@adrianjacobs: I think that younger white American women are a bit taller than they were in the relatively recent past. My guess is that they average 5'5" now. Asians and Latin Americans skew the averages down to 5'4. Of course, there are many short younger white American women too, especially among my friends.
@adrianjacobs: I think that younger white American women are a bit taller than they were in the relatively recent past. My guess is that they average 5'5" now. Asians and Latin Americans skew the averages down to 5'4. Of course, there are many short younger white American women too, especially among my friends.
Emil said on 26/Jan/23
@Adrian
Your eye level is very low for sure, but of course, I believe you.
Maybe that could explain that you feel shorter than most people your height.
I think 5'11.5 sounds reasonable as an average height for a young Swedish man. As you said, 6'0-6'1 isn't really much above average in Scandinavia these days (65-75% percentile, I'd say). It was tall in the 70s, but times change 😄
@Adrian
Your eye level is very low for sure, but of course, I believe you.
Maybe that could explain that you feel shorter than most people your height.
I think 5'11.5 sounds reasonable as an average height for a young Swedish man. As you said, 6'0-6'1 isn't really much above average in Scandinavia these days (65-75% percentile, I'd say). It was tall in the 70s, but times change 😄
James.B 172cm said on 26/Jan/23
I went to a rather big college back in 06-08 with a lot of students and I there was only one guy there who I think was 6ft6 and up close he looked rather freakish and dwarfed one of my 5ft10ish friends. There was a handful of 6ft4 guys and interestingly no 6ft5ers.
This is in England where they average back in those days was slightly shorter than it was know at 176cm range for young males.
My point is I think there is a big difference between how tall 6ft4 and 6ft6 even though it’s only 2 inches.
I went to a rather big college back in 06-08 with a lot of students and I there was only one guy there who I think was 6ft6 and up close he looked rather freakish and dwarfed one of my 5ft10ish friends. There was a handful of 6ft4 guys and interestingly no 6ft5ers.
This is in England where they average back in those days was slightly shorter than it was know at 176cm range for young males.
My point is I think there is a big difference between how tall 6ft4 and 6ft6 even though it’s only 2 inches.
James.B 172cm said on 26/Jan/23
Used to know a guy who I THINK was 6’4 legit (he claimed consistently claimed 6’5). He looked taller than just ‘regular’ tall if you know what I mean but not like freakish or anything.
Used to know a guy who I THINK was 6’4 legit (he claimed consistently claimed 6’5). He looked taller than just ‘regular’ tall if you know what I mean but not like freakish or anything.
adrianjacobs said on 26/Jan/23
Sorry, I meant 15 years since 2008. I don't know how I managed to count 16 years.
Sorry, I meant 15 years since 2008. I don't know how I managed to count 16 years.
Progking185 said on 26/Jan/23
@adrianjacobs I'm around 184 low most days maybe a bit above and yeah that is around my eye level. Your probably good with claiming at least 184
@adrianjacobs I'm around 184 low most days maybe a bit above and yeah that is around my eye level. Your probably good with claiming at least 184
John777 said on 26/Jan/23
I haven't visited this website since last summer! I see not much has changed since the last time i was here.
I haven't visited this website since last summer! I see not much has changed since the last time i was here.
Leesheff85 said on 25/Jan/23
Daniel if five foot two is dwarf height then your not all that much taller than a dwarf.
Daniel if five foot two is dwarf height then your not all that much taller than a dwarf.
Nik Ashton said on 25/Jan/23
@ Daniel Lee 173 cm - It’s all about opinion, different people have different opinions.
@ Daniel Lee 173 cm - It’s all about opinion, different people have different opinions.
Tallish guy said on 25/Jan/23
Hi rob,
What is your difference in mm when measuring with a can on wall vs when measuring on stadiometer?
Editor Rob
Hi rob,
What is your difference in mm when measuring with a can on wall vs when measuring on stadiometer?
Editor RobIt's typically quite close, though on the white stadiometer the metric reading is 1mm higher than the tape measure.
adrianjacobs said on 25/Jan/23
@dreus23
The average was measured at 5'11.5 for 20-29 year-old swedish men 16 years ago.
And female average of 5'4-5'5? Just curious, please answer this. Never mind that's literally been measured at just over 5'6. If 5'4-5'5 is the average of swedish women, what is the average in countries like UK or America? 5'2?
@dreus23
The average was measured at 5'11.5 for 20-29 year-old swedish men 16 years ago.
And female average of 5'4-5'5? Just curious, please answer this. Never mind that's literally been measured at just over 5'6. If 5'4-5'5 is the average of swedish women, what is the average in countries like UK or America? 5'2?
adrianjacobs said on 25/Jan/23
Emil said on 23/Jan/23
5'10 can't be average height for a young Swedish man. Even at an evening low I highly doubt it would below 5'11
The average was literally measured at 5'11.5 for 20-29 years old men in 2008, so that was 16 years ago. The average now must obviously be at least as tall, and yet we have these swedes here who know that average is 5'10 or whatever. Honestly, I think the specific height they think of as average may very well be average, they just don't know how 6ft or 6ft1 looks like. They think of it as "5'10-5'11" when it's really much taller. It's the reversed situation of literally all of the rest of the world.
As for my evening low, I'm not sure. I measure it at around 185cm, but my eye level is like 171cm and many of you here would say "impossible". So I don't know. Maybe 184cm or 185cm. Could be even lower, I really don't know, but somewhere in that 6'-6'1 range I suppose.
Emil said on 23/Jan/23
5'10 can't be average height for a young Swedish man. Even at an evening low I highly doubt it would below 5'11
The average was literally measured at 5'11.5 for 20-29 years old men in 2008, so that was 16 years ago. The average now must obviously be at least as tall, and yet we have these swedes here who know that average is 5'10 or whatever. Honestly, I think the specific height they think of as average may very well be average, they just don't know how 6ft or 6ft1 looks like. They think of it as "5'10-5'11" when it's really much taller. It's the reversed situation of literally all of the rest of the world.
As for my evening low, I'm not sure. I measure it at around 185cm, but my eye level is like 171cm and many of you here would say "impossible". So I don't know. Maybe 184cm or 185cm. Could be even lower, I really don't know, but somewhere in that 6'-6'1 range I suppose.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 25/Jan/23
@Daniel Lee 173cm
Ronnie Corbett is a flat five foot but he's not a dwarf.
@Daniel Lee 173cm
Ronnie Corbett is a flat five foot but he's not a dwarf.
Poster said on 24/Jan/23
@Daniel Lee: I'm not sure about that claim. The little people group just says under 4'10 is the start, which makes no sense for a few reasons. They don't take ethnicity or gender into account, for two things. It's just 4'10 for everybody! I think that it's 5'0 and 4'8 for men and women respectively. The heights might be lower in certain countries. I know a lot of girls in the 4'10-4'11 range. They don't seem like dwarfs to me.
@Daniel Lee: I'm not sure about that claim. The little people group just says under 4'10 is the start, which makes no sense for a few reasons. They don't take ethnicity or gender into account, for two things. It's just 4'10 for everybody! I think that it's 5'0 and 4'8 for men and women respectively. The heights might be lower in certain countries. I know a lot of girls in the 4'10-4'11 range. They don't seem like dwarfs to me.
MaskDeMasque 5'9.5 said on 24/Jan/23
How tall is the average 18-25 woman in UK, Rob? I'm guessing close to 5'5, maybe 5'4.75 at night?
How tall is the average 18-25 woman in UK, Rob? I'm guessing close to 5'5, maybe 5'4.75 at night?
Daniel Lee 173 cm said on 23/Jan/23
I have just read that people under 4'10 (according to other sources is counting the 4'10) must be called dwarfs or little person.
In my opinion :
Under 157 cm (5'2) = dwarf
157 cm - 159 cm = semi dwarf
160 cm (5'3) - 162 cm = start of "normal height"
Women:
4'9 flat and under dwarf
4'9-4'10 semi dwarf
4'10-4'11 start of "normal height"
I have just read that people under 4'10 (according to other sources is counting the 4'10) must be called dwarfs or little person.
In my opinion :
Under 157 cm (5'2) = dwarf
157 cm - 159 cm = semi dwarf
160 cm (5'3) - 162 cm = start of "normal height"
Women:
4'9 flat and under dwarf
4'9-4'10 semi dwarf
4'10-4'11 start of "normal height"
Emil said on 23/Jan/23
5'10 can't be average height for a young Swedish man. Even at an evening low I highly doubt it would below 5'11
5'10 can't be average height for a young Swedish man. Even at an evening low I highly doubt it would below 5'11
Emil said on 23/Jan/23
adrianjacobs said on 21/Jan/23
@Bislimi
You live in a European country, right? I live in Sweden and feel below average often at 6ft-6ft1 range
@Adrian
What's your evening low? I can feel a bit shorter than average at times but that's mostly if I'm seeing people from afar. When I'm out clubbing and standing closer to people, I notice I'm taller than most guys, but a small majority of course
adrianjacobs said on 21/Jan/23
@Bislimi
You live in a European country, right? I live in Sweden and feel below average often at 6ft-6ft1 range
@Adrian
What's your evening low? I can feel a bit shorter than average at times but that's mostly if I'm seeing people from afar. When I'm out clubbing and standing closer to people, I notice I'm taller than most guys, but a small majority of course
dreus23 said on 23/Jan/23
I'm beginning to see Adrianjacobs perspective, there's a lot of tall Swedish people, especially in crowded places. No idea how he feels below average at almost 6'1 though, that seems impossible
Generally I'd say the average in my school for male teachers is like 5'10-5'11, the shortest teacher I have is like 5'9-5'10 and he's never seen as short by like anyone, and the tallest is around 6'1-6'1.5. None of them really stand out as anything else but roughly average except maybe the 6'1-6'1.5 guy and even that's debatable. Generally, walking around the school though, I've seen way shorter and taller teachers than that. The shortest I think would be a guy who was like 5'3 max, possibly even as low as 5ft, while the tallest was like 6'8, 6'9 or so. Average for women seems to be solidly 5'4-5'5 territory
The younger generation is probably taller than the older, even if some argue against that theory. I rarely see guys my age around 5'5-5'6, and when I do, I get genuinely surprised. I know one guy who was like 5'5-5'6 but he grew over the summer and is like 5'6.5 now. Wouldn't be surprised if the average really is like 5'11-5'11.5 for younger guys
I'm beginning to see Adrianjacobs perspective, there's a lot of tall Swedish people, especially in crowded places. No idea how he feels below average at almost 6'1 though, that seems impossible
Generally I'd say the average in my school for male teachers is like 5'10-5'11, the shortest teacher I have is like 5'9-5'10 and he's never seen as short by like anyone, and the tallest is around 6'1-6'1.5. None of them really stand out as anything else but roughly average except maybe the 6'1-6'1.5 guy and even that's debatable. Generally, walking around the school though, I've seen way shorter and taller teachers than that. The shortest I think would be a guy who was like 5'3 max, possibly even as low as 5ft, while the tallest was like 6'8, 6'9 or so. Average for women seems to be solidly 5'4-5'5 territory
The younger generation is probably taller than the older, even if some argue against that theory. I rarely see guys my age around 5'5-5'6, and when I do, I get genuinely surprised. I know one guy who was like 5'5-5'6 but he grew over the summer and is like 5'6.5 now. Wouldn't be surprised if the average really is like 5'11-5'11.5 for younger guys
AK World said on 22/Jan/23
Hello @Rob,
What does "near 5ft 8" or "near 2 inches" mean?
Editor Rob
Hello @Rob,
What does "near 5ft 8" or "near 2 inches" mean?
Editor RobI'd say within a 1/4 inch of it.
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