Originally Posted by
mazdaspeed
You need to re evaluate your frame sizing needs
Yes I do! The only time I was really comfortable during my 16-mile ride was about 2 miles in for a bit when I losened up, then shortly after I was in pain again. After that I was only comfortable while climbing, which I think had to do with pulling back on the bars and taking the stress of supporting my upper body out of my back. Near the end I was loosing feeling in one of my feet which was uncool given that I was riding the original pedals.
Confound it! I thought I had figured out fit on the road bike. I have a minor scoliosis and lower back problems, so this compounds the problem. Last year I could feel my back 'clicking' during the club rides, the pain was there but usually i could relieve the pressure while waiting at the stop sign for the slightly slower riders. This year I've been riding with people who are faster than me which means I never get the break.
Sculptor7, nice resale on your Monterey. It cleaned up nicely.