PDA #1 poster
04-24-09, 08:25 PM
What's the difference? I recently purchased a road bike with the intent to use it in the upcoming duathlon... is that bad? What's the difference?
Triathlon - Tri bike vs Road bike
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caelric
04-25-09, 10:01 AM
Plenty of threads on this, search is your friend. However, your road bike will be fine in your duathlon, and will have plenty of other road bikes to keep it company
msu2001la
04-25-09, 02:16 PM
Tri bikes are ideal. Road bikes work just fine though.
I see plenty of road bikes, even at the Ironman level.
I see plenty of road bikes, even at the Ironman level.
ReelExterminato
04-25-09, 03:28 PM
I've got a related question: What is the benefit of having a pure tri bike compared to a road bike with tri bars and a FF seat post? High-end road bikes seem to have similar aerodynamic features (eg shaped seat tubes).
msu2001la
04-25-09, 05:47 PM
I've got a related question: What is the benefit of having a pure tri bike compared to a road bike with tri bars and a FF seat post? High-end road bikes seem to have similar aerodynamic features (eg shaped seat tubes).
It's all about the geometry. Tri bikes are purpose built for keeping the rider in the most efficient aero position.
It's all about the geometry. Tri bikes are purpose built for keeping the rider in the most efficient aero position.