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Old 07-21-22, 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by GhostRider62
I had a Retul fit recently.

Mind blown.

I went from an aft slammed saddle to one all the way forward on the rails and the need for 150-160 mm stem, but really a new frame. The basic process was video capture and automated analysis of various angles, which have ranges of acceptance. My pedaling was good, only 1 degree of movements.

I was told to expect a lot more power.

Color me skeptical but hopeful.

When rested properly I am going to repeat my 3 minute local interval hill. A few days before the fit, I did a PB in time and blew away my previous best on power for that duration. I have done this 10-14% hill probably 200 times and know that 2-3 seconds improvement would make the fit worth it but the real test is whether I can ride with such a forward bias of my torso and it addresses some pains that I have recently been having. I have always preferred the Greg Lemond type position. I'll see within a few weeks. If it works, then, need to find an appropriate much larger frame or bike in stock.
Kool, interesting thing! Let us know...
I know you've posted some of your personal specs in other posts, but it would be good to know them here. As well as things like prior saddle setback and the new... saddle extension before /after.
Not for 'emulation' purposes, but just for a 'framework' understanding of this very key position setup factor.
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