Originally Posted by
badger1
I'll try ... once.
For practical purposes -- other than fine-tuning fit at an elite/pro level -- whether or not you use foot attachment is completely irrelevant. Here's one tried/true method (there are many) to set initial saddle height: your saddle should be set -- as a starting point -- so that if you sit on your bike and put both heels on the pedals, you can pedal backwards without your heels losing contact with the pedals. The contact needn't be 'firm', it needs to be just enough to keep your heels in place without 'reaching' for the pedals/rocking your hips etc. As I say, that's a start point; fine-tuning from there is a matter of millimetres.
To the extent that the picture you posted is an accurate representation, there is no conceivable way your saddle is at an appropriate height for your leg length. It is far too high.
Youre right. That's a good way to determine saddle height.
I really appreciate all your input and help guys. Im sorry if i came across as "overly eager."
Here is what my extension looks when riding with the strap ins (no time to put my feet in lol)
So.. obviously my seat is still set too high. But with my shoes on, I can
JUST manage according to the heel method. so I'm not far off from baseline. I can lower the saddle and my handlebars which would be great, but I don't wanna ditch my pedals..
I realized that I would need a considerably longer reach if I bike according to the heel method.