Originally Posted by jer2wcs
I know this may sound stupid, but do you really think I *have* to take the rear rack off? The only reason I ask is because it was a super pain to get on.
I say leave it on, empty a six pack of Bud Light and strap it to the rack. A Walmart greeter's vest would be the perfect finishing touch.
I was seriously plotting to do just this in a race last year when it was supposed to storm.
Originally Posted by jer2wcs
I ride 32 miles every day commuting to work at a pretty decent pace without aero bars. Will they make that much of a difference in a 12 mile race? They are just supposed to save my legs for the run, right?
I guess what I am asking is what are the benefits?
You'll go faster with less energy expended, for a pretty cheap investment, compared to a new bike.