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Old 09-04-17 | 01:08 PM
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Bikes: (2) ti TiCycles, 2007 w/ triple and 2011 fixed, 1979 Peter Mooney, ~1983 Trek 420 now fixed and ~1973 Raleigh Carlton Competition gravel grinder

I find this search for "balance" and weight off the hands amusing. I want the best compromise between efficiency and comfort for the type of riding I will be doing on that bike. If that means going real distances upwind, a more forward position than that "balanced" and weight-off-the-hands one is always better. I have no issues at all riding no-hands on bikes that don't fit the balanced criteria. I solve hand issues with real attention to the details of my handlebars and brake levers. My hands do develop very thick calluses at the base of my palms but I just consider that good, not bad.

Now, the balance issue I do pay attention to is the balance of my weight between the two wheels, but that gets addressed when I buy or have custom made that bike frame. Once I own it, that balance is what it is.

Ben
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