Saddle To Bar Height Effects
05-31-19, 11:12 AM
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Think most folks would say it's best not to ride with straight arms. I'd never suggest lowering the bars so I can lock my elbows in a straight position. Maybe I'm misunderstanding your comment, but don't want to get folks thinking they should set up the bike to ride with straight arms.
05-31-19, 11:19 AM
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This is good advice. No matter where you put your bars.
05-31-19, 04:58 PM
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Quote:Originally Posted by canklecat 
Sure, getting more aero on the bike matters. But you can improve aerodynamics without sacrificing comfort. Instead of dropping the bar into ergonomic hazard territory, wear a more snug fitting jersey, zip it up, and work on the core to maintain a more aero position.
Sure, getting more aero on the bike matters. But you can improve aerodynamics without sacrificing comfort. Instead of dropping the bar into ergonomic hazard territory, wear a more snug fitting jersey, zip it up, and work on the core to maintain a more aero position.
05-31-19, 05:05 PM
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And losing weight might only improve your climbing speed. That's pretty much all losing 15 lbs did for me. But I might be less aero now that I'm shaped more like a sail facing the wrong way.
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