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Old 06-15-09, 12:41 AM
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Ken Cox
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Try a 25mm tire instead of a 23mm tire, and experiment with pressures.

Instead of going for an aerodyamically-efficient body position, experiment with different stems (your lbs should loan you a few stems) and find the stem angle and reach that makes it easier to pedal out of the saddle.

Get a smooth unpadded saddle with a shape that lets you move fore and aft on it as needed.

Ride at 72 gear inches or below (get a 19t cog), and learn to spin.

Lower gear inches give you more acceleration, easier climbing, and the ability to brake without brakes and without skidding.
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