Originally Posted by
Ironfish653
It was an “everything but the paint job” upgrade; better wheels and tires, and a lower, wider, better fitted cockpit. The 2x9’s gear range is also a little ‘racier’ than the 3x7, with a top gear of 116 over the 100 from the old setup (at the expense of a couple of bailout low ratios, but it’s pretty flat where I live)
I’m sure it’s somewhat lighter, although I never weighed it, but it is definitely more responsive and smoother riding.
As far as training, I get a lot less saddle time, but I hit the gym on a pretty regular basis: weights, plyometrics, rowing and stationary bikes. I’m not in shape for a century, but I can still dial up a pretty good effort for a 20-25 miler.
Thx for reply, I'm going to go with "improved conditioning, and better bike fit, especially aero position were the biggest factors in speed increase.
I definitely buy how the bike feels better to ride. Wheels, cockpit, saddle and fit make a huge difference in how any given bike rides
