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It is, yes.
This style of suspended leather saddle is typically run with a higher angle than your traditional synthetic racing saddle. It creates a bit of a hammock effect, and I find that if it's tilted so that the top is level to the ground I slide forward a lot and get tons of pressure on my hands. It looks a bit strange, but I've spent a long time on it set up this way and have no numbness or pain issues.
The position on this bike is quite upright relative to most road bike fits, so that also encourages a more upward tilt.
This style of suspended leather saddle is typically run with a higher angle than your traditional synthetic racing saddle. It creates a bit of a hammock effect, and I find that if it's tilted so that the top is level to the ground I slide forward a lot and get tons of pressure on my hands. It looks a bit strange, but I've spent a long time on it set up this way and have no numbness or pain issues.
The position on this bike is quite upright relative to most road bike fits, so that also encourages a more upward tilt.
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I have to admit this is a build totally inspired by the West Coast rando scene. I love it though.
What did you do your series on?
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Got out for a few real miles and it went okay. My right side, from ribs to hip is awfully tight and it feels like the L4 root has decided to get involved. That said, I’m no more uncomfortable on the bike than I am just trying to sit. Will try for a longer ride tomorrow.
I’m also spooked each time a car passes.
I’m also spooked each time a car passes.
glad you were able to ride, I hope it gets better for you.
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You define as?
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Happy Imbolc everyone!
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That's a heavy duty ride. Velo Vol permission to eat granted.
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I needed to eat something after 30 miles......
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I have one cut out on my workbench right now, and if you look closely the rear fender is drilled for a mudflap as well. I don't typically ride with anyone so the rear flap isn't really necessary.
I have to admit this is a build totally inspired by the West Coast rando scene. I love it though.
What did you do your series on?
I have to admit this is a build totally inspired by the West Coast rando scene. I love it though.
What did you do your series on?
My Rando bike.
I will admit to a big seat wedge so I could fit 3 tubes, and extra Co2 cartridges.
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Indy is a good girl, and knows what's right. The bar tape stays clean with Soft Scrub. It's been a bit since I've run that hot rod, but it was a darn good crit bike, and likely still is.
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LAJ HOT! On fire, hot!
bampilot06 I use white bar tape on my Propel and have no trouble keeping it clean.
bampilot06 I use white bar tape on my Propel and have no trouble keeping it clean.
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Keep the chain tight!
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I will always run a mudflap if there is any chance of rain and/or riding in a group. The last 200k I did had about 4 hours of rain. I was the only one who had fenders. Not a whole lot of fun trying to draft.
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first cold of the season, or maybe I got infected. Either way I can’t breath.
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The last two weeks, the quads are pretty tight and sore to touch after rides (fake or otherwise), and actually achy/hurty during rides. Time to invest in a foam roller?
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It is, yes.
This style of suspended leather saddle is typically run with a higher angle than your traditional synthetic racing saddle. It creates a bit of a hammock effect, and I find that if it's tilted so that the top is level to the ground I slide forward a lot and get tons of pressure on my hands. It looks a bit strange, but I've spent a long time on it set up this way and have no numbness or pain issues.
The position on this bike is quite upright relative to most road bike fits, so that also encourages a more upward tilt.
This style of suspended leather saddle is typically run with a higher angle than your traditional synthetic racing saddle. It creates a bit of a hammock effect, and I find that if it's tilted so that the top is level to the ground I slide forward a lot and get tons of pressure on my hands. It looks a bit strange, but I've spent a long time on it set up this way and have no numbness or pain issues.
The position on this bike is quite upright relative to most road bike fits, so that also encourages a more upward tilt.