Mountain Biking - noob question

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tabby
03-30-04, 10:09 AM
I really don't know how else to word the topic. My question is how high should my seat post be? Should I have to straighten my legs nearly all the way when peddeling? Or should it be low enough that I can touch the ground when sitting on the seat? Is the an optimal hight that will allow me to get the most power from my legs? Thanks.

GreenFix
03-30-04, 11:05 AM
I really don't know how else to word the topic. My question is how high should my seat post be? Should I have to straighten my legs nearly all the way when peddeling? Or should it be low enough that I can touch the ground when sitting on the seat? Is the an optimal hight that will allow me to get the most power from my legs? Thanks.


Your first inclination is correct. You want the seat high enough that you get good extension on your pedaling stroke. There is a much more involved explanation on this page if you scroll down:

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/saddles.html

Happy riding.
Maelstrom
03-30-04, 11:17 AM
If you are talking xc, then yes that is definately the preferred seat height.

tabby
03-30-04, 06:35 PM
Thanks. That article helps quite a bit. I will have to give his suggestions a try.

Yes, I am reffering to xc.