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jnrice posted 10 weeks ago.
My advice is to go see someone who can fit you on your bike. Some shops have actually been trained in fitting TT bikes and that's what you are looking for, not "eh there done fit TT bikes alls the time!" It's hard to say what needs to be done without having a trained eye take a look.
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RV posted 10 weeks ago.
Also recommend working with a good fitter.
I use a PD forward seat post on mine - that in combination with a Fizik tri-arione saddle (as it has a longer seat) works for me - that and .02 cents is worth .02 cents :)
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GGehrke posted 10 weeks ago.
I used the Aerus Halo seatpost on my last bike.. definitely my favourite. Light, aero, great forward position, and outstanding adjustability.
Only real consideration is to move your seat in an arc around your bottom bracket. That is, if your seat height is set up properly already, when you move it forward, you will have shortened the distance between your feet and your hips. So, if you move it up and forward, you'll maintain the correct leg extension and get the more forward position you need. What you're going to be shooting for is a comfortable position in your elbows, and not feeling like your legs are pinching your gut at the top of the pedal stroke. Let your body guide you to the right solution.
I generally think bike fitters are good for people who have significant discomfort issues that they can't figure out, or when you get a new bike set up, but rarely do I think they're a good value for normal people. If nothing else, find a friend who knows at least a little bit about fit and is willing to look at you on a trainer one sunday afternoon and pay them with a beer or two. Light if it's race season.
And if your choices are try the seatpost or get a new bike -- the $125 seatpost is not a bad option.
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TriSooner posted 10 weeks ago.
At ~$80, it's worth a try.
And I know lots of people here use the Adomo saddle. It appears the shortened 'nose' may reduce pressure on the perenium when you are riding aero.
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jwillia852 posted 10 weeks ago.
Am I missing something or can't you just turn your seat post around? I mean, you're talking about fractions of an inch in adjustment.
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paganopj posted 10 weeks ago.
TriSooner wrote:
At ~$80, it's worth a try.And I know lots of people here use the Adomo saddle. It appears the shortened 'nose' may reduce pressure on the perenium when you are riding aero.
I think I am going to try that PD forward post. It seems like its a little more forward.
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paganopj posted 10 weeks ago.
jwillia852 wrote:
Am I missing something or can't you just turn your seat post around? I mean, you're talking about fractions of an inch in adjustment.
No, a regular road seat post cannot be turned around because it will put the seat angle way up in the air (not level)
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paganopj posted 10 weeks ago.
GGehrke wrote:
I used the Aerus Halo seatpost on my last bike.. definitely my favourite. Light, aero, great forward position, and outstanding adjustability.Only real consideration is to move your seat in an arc around your bottom bracket. That is, if your seat height is set up properly already, when you move it forward, you will have shortened the distance between your feet and your hips. So, if you move it up and forward, you'll maintain the correct leg extension and get the more forward position you need. What you're going to be shooting for is a comfortable position in your elbows, and not feeling like your legs are pinching your gut at the top of the pedal stroke. Let your body guide you to the right solution.
I generally think bike fitters are good for people who have significant discomfort issues that they can't figure out, or when you get a new bike set up, but rarely do I think they're a good value for normal people. If nothing else, find a friend who knows at least a little bit about fit and is willing to look at you on a trainer one sunday afternoon and pay them with a beer or two. Light if it's race season.
And if your choices are try the seatpost or get a new bike -- the $125 seatpost is not a bad option.
This is what I was thinking. I've had more success tweaking myself in the garage when it comes to comfort. I'm almost there, just need a tiny bit more forward...I'll look into that Aerus seat post.
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jwillia852 posted 10 weeks ago.
paganopj wrote:
No, a regular road seat post cannot be turned around because it will put the seat angle way up in the air (not level)
I should have added a rhetorical tone to my question because many modern seat posts can be turned around while keeping the seat level.
My LBS and LTS said they don't sell many for this reason...
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paganopj posted 9 weeks ago.
jwillia852 wrote:
paganopj wrote:No, a regular road seat post cannot be turned around because it will put the seat angle way up in the air (not level)
I should have added a rhetorical tone to my question because many modern seat posts can be turned around while keeping the seat level.
My LBS and LTS said they don't sell many for this reason...
I didn't know that. I tried to turn mine around...let's just say that would hurt!
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Socket posted 8 weeks ago.
I use the PD one. Compared to where I would be with the stock seat post, I'm up a lot more than a fraction of an inch. I worked with a fitter at my LBS to get the position right and the post is almost not long enough, so make sure your bike is the right size, too!
Next time I buy a bike I'll know to walk out of any place that just does the standover test.
Does anyone use a forward seat post on their road bike? If so, do you know which gives you more forward position- the Thompson or the Profile Design Carbon?
I put aero bars on my roadie and have picked up maybe 3/4 mi/hr on a good day but I feel like I have to slide too far forward in my seat to get good power (a position I never rode in before the aero bars) but one I actually like now if I could only feel like I am 'in' the seat! It's not as comfy as it could be. Seat is already as forward as it goes and the mech at the shop told me I was at the top on this bike already (in other words, not getting any more compact without changing stems, seat posts, etc).
Thanks in advance.
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