I just realized I could slide the seat forward. Maybe I can slide it forward for that extra cm or two. Although, I had a fitting and they slid it forward 1cm. (I was pretty close, going off online instructions.) Would sliding it forward any further than the LBS approved setting have any unforeseen effects? I think I've heard something about the angles of the saddle, the crank, and the handlebars....maybe a few cm's wouldn't make much of a difference, though...

BTW, for whatever reason, I thought the saddle was already as forward as possible. I accidentally scratched it trying to push it back, let the LBS fix it and then never touched it again. I called the LBS and asked how much it would cost to take it apart so I could sell the frame and buy a smaller frame, they said $140. First they said $95, then $140. Seems kinda high, maybe some comparative shopping would be smart.


bottom line, what can I do to be able to ride the hoods in comfort?