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Old 03-23-12 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by fietsbob
Of course if you are on a old style non race bike sitting more upright,
so you can see better, not riding for speed,
and dress in your normal or, sunday church clothes, then everything changes.
Exactly. It depends entirely on your riding style. For navigating city traffic, or any situation where you're not going for all-out performance, a more upright riding position is beneficial. I'd take an upright position on a good sprung saddle over any hunched-over stance any day. Of course, if you're looking for comfort and reasonable speed, you should look at buying or building a recumbent bike
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