Runner Turned Cyclist? Need Advice
08-24-22, 05:13 AM
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Originally Posted by WhyFi
$450 for the work to be done on it? If so, no way - I wouldn't sink that kind of money in to a bike that doesn't fit.
09-01-22, 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by C_Myers22
3. My bike just has regular pedals so I'm not able to pull up on them.
09-12-22, 05:54 PM
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If the frame is too large you will be stretched out too far on the frame and this will make for a less pleasant ride. Start by getting a bike that has the right size frame for your body.
Be aware that frame geometry varies greatly. Some "race" bikes have very short fork rake and are squirrely to ride. A longer rack will make for a bike that is much easier to control. What are now being termed "endurance" bikes will have a more relaxed frame geometry and will be more fun to ride. The Trek Domane bikes fall into this category and you can find their frame geometry, in particular the head tube angle and trail or rake measurment for the bikes.
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/b...ode=grey_black
Going at speed is uncomfortable but lessens the more time you spend on the bike. A stable bike is very important for comfort and safety. Avoid a handlebar mounted bag and use one that attached to the rear of the seat.
Most rides have the seat too low and too far forward and it takes time to dial it in properly. Don't try to make adjustments until you have ridden for 15-20 minutes and given your legs time to warm up and stretch.
Clip style pedals allow you to apply more power to the pedals and the two-pin shoes make it easy to walk when off the bike. Bike shoes will provide a great deal more support for your foot with their very stiff soles.
Be aware that frame geometry varies greatly. Some "race" bikes have very short fork rake and are squirrely to ride. A longer rack will make for a bike that is much easier to control. What are now being termed "endurance" bikes will have a more relaxed frame geometry and will be more fun to ride. The Trek Domane bikes fall into this category and you can find their frame geometry, in particular the head tube angle and trail or rake measurment for the bikes.
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/b...ode=grey_black
Going at speed is uncomfortable but lessens the more time you spend on the bike. A stable bike is very important for comfort and safety. Avoid a handlebar mounted bag and use one that attached to the rear of the seat.
Most rides have the seat too low and too far forward and it takes time to dial it in properly. Don't try to make adjustments until you have ridden for 15-20 minutes and given your legs time to warm up and stretch.
Clip style pedals allow you to apply more power to the pedals and the two-pin shoes make it easy to walk when off the bike. Bike shoes will provide a great deal more support for your foot with their very stiff soles.
