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paloewi
12-29-05, 02:31 PM
Hi!
I am going to build or get built a new track pursuit frame. It won't be a pure pursuit frame as I want to do some omnium events as well, but it will definetaly be more like a pursuit bike. How does one go about sizing a bike like this. Aerobar lengths is probably preference, but when measuring reach, should that be about your mid-forearm? I don't really have a clue about the sizing or geometry of a track/pursuit bike, so everything is appreciated.

Thanks

Peter

ed073
12-29-05, 03:16 PM
Ask your frame builder or an experienced bike fitter. Pursuit positioning is about finding a medium between maximum power output and aerodynamics and finding a position you can actually ride in without too much discomfort.

Not something that can be easily done over a forum.

ultraman6970
12-29-05, 09:58 PM
Built a bike like this one, it is all u may need so far... and put a carbon fork to it :P

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/retroraleighs/1973TrackPro-1-mid.jpg

http://www.firstflightbikes.com/RaleighTrack.htm

Good luck! :)