Originally Posted by
rydabent
flatlander
Oh come on------do you think that wearing tight binding spandex shorts are going to let you ride 30 to 45 minutes longer than I can in my rugby shorts on my recumbent? Methnks you have been brainwashed by elite "proper" attire troops.
Some years ago I went from gym shorts to cheap riding shorts to good riding shorts. Difference was easily 30+ minutes because every time I upgraded, I could feel it. My comfort is a paramount concern. If you are not thinking about something being uncomfortable, you ride longer. And, the clothes are NOT that tight. Actually, using the terms tight and binding leads me to think that your opinions may not be based on personal experience.
Originally Posted by
rydabent
You might want to concider the fact that all of my "on board energy" is being fed to my legs. DF riders are using a lot of energy holding up their upper body, and are hindered in getting full oxygen by their humped over position on their bikes. For these two reasons since going to a bent I ride further faster and longer.
Do many hills?
And quit using the word elite. It makes it seem like your agenda is showing...