Racing on a new bike?
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RV posted 2 years ago.
Definitely get a good shakedown ride on it first.
Is it a long race?
If so, I might be concerned that your position on the bike hasn't been tuned in. That takes some long rides to iron out.
Tho, If I built a bike I'd want to race it as soon as possible.
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Tribro posted 2 years ago.
Ya, just make sure it's dialed in to the exact measurements as the one you've been training on. Slight variations can definitely have a negative impact, especially over longer courses.
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Triguy98 posted 2 years ago.
I would say dont race it. I'd like to see you take a week of riding first. Newly built bike always have some minor thing that needs to be adjusted. That minor thing may make your race miserable.
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rbreddin75 posted 2 years ago.
you'll be fine if it is a sprint, maybe even oly.... but I wouldn't do a 1/2 iron distance race on a brand new bike (or iron distance)
the problem you may have is that your cables could stretch (especially if its been sitting on a shelf for 9 months and you're gonna put 30+ miles on it, even moreso if it is a technical course) which would throw off your shifting alignment
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I built up a new bike and it's going to be complete this afternoon! I'll post pics later when it's done.
Anyhow, is it safe to race on it tomorrow morning provided I take it on a ride tonight? I built it myself so I know everything is tight and ready to go. Everything is new, fits like a glove, don't see why not?
Any reason not to?