Where to start?
05-27-11 | 06:31 PM
#51
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From: Minnetonka MN
Rode about 7 miles last night but can't tonight - cold and wet. When not riding, I'm on this site or looking at some bike site. I just bought a bike, but twice a day I still go through the most recent adds on Craigslist. Is there something wrong with me? Should I be seeking help, a group perhaps? Is there such a thing as B.A.A?
I've been trying to figure out the hydration thing, think I'll just go with the NUUN tablets when I get a bit more stamina and can ride longer, just water for now (I do sweat alot when I ride).
I raised the seat 3/4" (1/4" at a time) and it seems about right, I can still touch the ground with my tip toes while on the seat, although, it's easier to slip off the front of the seat and put both feet on the ground when I stop.
I'm curious about the length of the crank arms. It seems to me possibly going with a longer crank would solve part of the seat height issue and provide more leverage (I have long legs - 36" inseam). I obviously know nothing about this, cost, practicality, possible resulting problems, but, it is a concept I've thought about. I'd be interested in any info on this as you all have given me great advice on my other questions.
I've been trying to figure out the hydration thing, think I'll just go with the NUUN tablets when I get a bit more stamina and can ride longer, just water for now (I do sweat alot when I ride).
I raised the seat 3/4" (1/4" at a time) and it seems about right, I can still touch the ground with my tip toes while on the seat, although, it's easier to slip off the front of the seat and put both feet on the ground when I stop.
I'm curious about the length of the crank arms. It seems to me possibly going with a longer crank would solve part of the seat height issue and provide more leverage (I have long legs - 36" inseam). I obviously know nothing about this, cost, practicality, possible resulting problems, but, it is a concept I've thought about. I'd be interested in any info on this as you all have given me great advice on my other questions.
Last edited by fsrgp; 05-27-11 at 06:38 PM.
05-27-11 | 06:56 PM
#52
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If the salesman sold you a bike where you can not firmly plant your feet on the ground while seated on the saddle he did not set up the bike correctly. If it is still the case after adjusting the saddle height correctly for your leg length (knee just slightly bent at the maximum extension) then he sold you a bike with too large a frame. Appears to be someone more interested in making a sale than meeting the customer's needs correctly. I was going to suggest you look at used bike which is heresy for someone who long ago worked in a bike shop. There are many quality used bikes for sale. Often they have may have had very little use by the first owner. It helps if you can recognize a quality bike from a junk bike if you chose that route. Now days you can go online and get specifications, owner's reviews, and original prices for most of the common used bikes.
Never heard of this requirement. Certainly doesn't fit my bikes. What is your reference/source for this bike fit info? My expert LBS fitter would be most interested!!
05-27-11 | 08:40 PM
#53
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From: Minneapolis
Bikes: 2022 Salsa Beargrease Carbon Deore 11, 2020 Salsa Warbird GRX 600, 2020 Canyon Ultimate CF SLX disc 9.0 Di2, 2020 Catrike Eola, 2016 Masi cxgr, 2011, Felt F3 Ltd, 2010 Trek 2.1, 2009 KHS Flite 220
Rode about 7 miles last night but can't tonight - cold and wet. When not riding, I'm on this site or looking at some bike site. I just bought a bike, but twice a day I still go through the most recent adds on Craigslist. Is there something wrong with me? Should I be seeking help, a group perhaps? Is there such a thing as B.A.A?
I've been trying to figure out the hydration thing, think I'll just go with the NUUN tablets when I get a bit more stamina and can ride longer, just water for now (I do sweat alot when I ride).
I raised the seat 3/4" (1/4" at a time) and it seems about right, I can still touch the ground with my tip toes while on the seat, although, it's easier to slip off the front of the seat and put both feet on the ground when I stop.
I'm curious about the length of the crank arms. It seems to me possibly going with a longer crank would solve part of the seat height issue and provide more leverage (I have long legs - 36" inseam). I obviously know nothing about this, cost, practicality, possible resulting problems, but, it is a concept I've thought about. I'd be interested in any info on this as you all have given me great advice on my other questions.
I've been trying to figure out the hydration thing, think I'll just go with the NUUN tablets when I get a bit more stamina and can ride longer, just water for now (I do sweat alot when I ride).
I raised the seat 3/4" (1/4" at a time) and it seems about right, I can still touch the ground with my tip toes while on the seat, although, it's easier to slip off the front of the seat and put both feet on the ground when I stop.
I'm curious about the length of the crank arms. It seems to me possibly going with a longer crank would solve part of the seat height issue and provide more leverage (I have long legs - 36" inseam). I obviously know nothing about this, cost, practicality, possible resulting problems, but, it is a concept I've thought about. I'd be interested in any info on this as you all have given me great advice on my other questions.
About the crank arms, don't overthink all of this yet. It seems that you have a bike that is quite suitable for your current purposes. You've got lots of miles to go before you'll know your abilities, needs, and preferences. For now, just ride, ride, and ride.
It should be a pretty nice weekend for riding.
05-28-11 | 06:24 AM
#54
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Instead of a "comfort" bike, consider a low-end entry level mtn bike. Great flexibility in use, great gearing for a beginner, and you will keep it forever, even as you add more bikes. For example, Specialized Hardrock or equivalent.
Good luck and have fun.
