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Old 08-12-20 | 12:13 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

Have you gone for a ride with the wrenches to dial in seat comfort yet? (My post, #9 ) Riding and not sitting really doesn't work. If you have a seatpost with just one bolt or nut to adjust the tilt, bring a small carpenter's level with you. (There are very cheap ones at Home Depot. 6" long and plastic.) Another approach. lay a yardstick on the seat and measure down ti the handlebars. Really easy to document small changes of tilt. A tape measure or the same yardstick or a sewing roll of measuring tape to measure both seat height and distance handlebars to nose of seat will also see real use.

I don't care how cheap your bike is. Not getting your seat as comfortable as you can make isn't doing yourself any favors.

And yes, I know this comes across as internet "I'm superior, I know what I'm talking about. You don't." ggbo951a, I've been riding a LONG time. I've learned some stuff. Getting you seat right is so important! I say this with love. I want the best for you and I want you to keep riding.

Ben
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