Bike feels awkward
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swimbikerun_boy posted 3 years ago.
I would receommend getting professionally fitted by your local bike store.
if it is a road bike a shorter stem might be the way to solve your problem. But if it is a tri-bike that's a bit more tricky.
Get a fitting scheduled and the guys at the bike store will be able to tell you a lot more than what i can
Hope this helps
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rbreddin75 posted 3 years ago.
hey livestrong,
I am new to tri but I have been riding (mountain and road) bikes for years. I definately agree with SBR Boy! There is nothing more important than a proper fitting bicycle (even if it is a $2500 bike you got for $500) if the bike doesnt fit your body (even if it fits your inseam, your torso may be too long or too short to properly fit the bike) you will be HURTIN! There is no advantage to riding in a TRI on a bike that makes you feel like you just got the crap beat out of you when you enter T2. If you are interested in keeping the bike, take it to a bike shop (preferably one that carries the brand you bought) and have the guys there look it over, but I have to tell you, 95% of the bike fit is in the frame (also usually the most expensive part).
well I hope that helped, good luck
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livestrong posted 3 years ago.
i promised a while ago id post a picture of the bike, so here it is.. It is a road bike frame with a few tri additions.. I will try to get it fitted very soon.. Also, Is there a proper way to do this myself? Thanks
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Triguy98 posted 3 years ago.
One reason the bike might feel odd is the use of bull horns and aero bars on a road geometry frame (assuming the frame is the correct size to begin with). Usually, would use a clip on aero bar with a road handlebar. There are several aero bars that are gear specifically towards road bike geometries. Again, that all depends on if the bike frame is the correct size to start.
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xcdave posted 3 years ago.
Colorado Cyclisty has some pretty good info on bike fit here:
http://www.coloradocyclist.com/bikefit/
But I would recommend having a pro at a bike shop set it up for you.
I just bought a bike from a friend for really cheap.. Its a fairly decent bike with great components all around.. The only thing is it feels like im reaching a little too far... Would an angled seatpost help me with this problem?? I went out for about a 20mi ride tonight and i was just hurting all over.. This was my first ride in a long time, so that could add to it as well.. Then of course, I couldnt resist the run, and that just killed me even more since i havent trained in a while ( Ive been moving and finishing school).. Speaking of moving to new places, is there anybody on this forum from Bemidji, MN?? That would be so cool if there was at least someONE!! I need all the tips and tricks for training spots (pools, etc) for this city..
About the angled seatposts, where can i find a good deal on one? Thanks a lot,
_Andrew