Originally Posted by
oldbobcat
If you're getting a usable range of 5 centimeters (that would be about two inches), you're probably not doing it right. What is your cruising torso angle, or what is your handlebar height in relation to the saddle?
My back angle is 46 deg. Bar drop a modest 50 mm to the tops. Basically an endurance-minded fit. I've done this balance test many times and just find it too vague to define a specific position. I have quite a slim upper body and a fairly strong core, so maybe that's a factor? I had better results defining my setback based on how smoothly I pedal. My starting point was simply the middle of the saddle rail with the stock seatpost. My seatpost happens to have an offset flip-head so you can flip it over changing the post setback from 25 - 13 mm. I marginally prefer the 13 mm position with the saddle rails still centred. But it is not a big deal for me either way. When riding, my hands feel comfortable on long rides and the bike feels well balanced. I don't find myself edging forward or backward on the saddle, so I guess it's all good.