Seat position is a constant, right?
09-25-09, 04:38 PM
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Seat position is a constant, right?
Whether I am in the drops or have my hands on the hoods, my seat position should be the same, correct?
If I tend to slide forward when I'm holding the hoods, am I losing form, or should I change my seat position?
My seat is dead level, so tilt is not at issue.
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If I tend to slide forward when I'm holding the hoods, am I losing form, or should I change my seat position?
My seat is dead level, so tilt is not at issue.
7mm
09-25-09, 04:50 PM
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If you move your seat BACK, generally you will have less of a tendency to slide forward on the seat. Sounds counterintuitive, but try it, it works.
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09-25-09, 05:01 PM
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I have run into the same issue as the OP.
I haven't purchased one yet, but believe using a handlebar with a shorter reach will help. (mimic the length/reach as when you are in the drops)
IMO (and from what I have read) fore/aft seat position should be based on balance and comfort.
I haven't purchased one yet, but believe using a handlebar with a shorter reach will help. (mimic the length/reach as when you are in the drops)
IMO (and from what I have read) fore/aft seat position should be based on balance and comfort.
09-25-09, 05:29 PM
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I will sometimes slide forward on the saddle to use different muscles. Or slide back for more control on a steep descent. And sometimes I have to slide forward to keep the front wheel on the ground on a steep climb.
09-25-09, 05:32 PM
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Leave your seat it one place . Move your butt position on the seat for varying conditions. Climbing-back, cruising -center, hammering -forward.
