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JonnyOgre
08-16-09, 04:39 AM
Well, I joined the dark side. Got my first bent yesterday after a lot of research, some misinformation, and a lot of opinions.

Based on the advice I got here, I went on over to Van Nuys to see Dana at Bent Up Cycles. I was not disappointed. Dana took very good care of me.

Having only test rode a Rans V2 and a Stratus, and a Force 5, I went over without too many expectations. After several hours in the shop, during which the graciously built up a bike for me to test ride, I walked out with a Bachetta Strada.

Now all I have to do is get out and ride the thing. I already have put about 20 miles on the thing, and am looking forward to more. Next is putting on some new pedals and experiencing clipping in and out on a bent. That should be interesting.

Thanks again for the advice everyone.

I cant wait to shed some more of this weight so I can get a new bike.....:D:D:D

ko40522
08-16-09, 07:14 AM
Congratulations. I have a 2007 Bachetta Strada which I like very much. I've got about 2800 trouble free enjoyable miles on it (unless you count a few flats and a broken spoke). No regrets. Does yours have the recurve or euromesh seat?
JonnyOgre
08-16-09, 08:29 AM
It has the Euromesh.

Now the real fun; figuring out how to get my Garmin 305 on it. LOL. Put my rearview mirror on there yesterday. My 5 year old thought that was the coolest thing ever. A bike with a mirror. He now wants one for his bike. I just hope he doesn't notice the hydration pack under my seat.......I don't think they make a mini Camelback.

pro_jo
08-16-09, 10:27 AM
Before you ride cleated-in set your petal receiver loose to make uncleating as easy as possible (at least until you get use to it and build those uncleating muscles). Then sit on the bike and practice while holding onto something, e.g. back of couch, fence, car. When approaching a stop be sure to unclip early. I only clip in on the trail, not across town, but you may be ridding mostly on roads. I suggest that you not uncleat just one side. Do not assume you will end up to that side. And, don't stop next to anything you don't want to fall on.

Of course, this advice is for the period of time when you getting use to the cleats and is just my opinion and advice.