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Post by corybarrett on Jun 3, 2007 11:17:41 GMT -5
well almost full... i rode RRR this morning to barrett road, and back (starting at sweet water landing). It was a bit rainy, and the road were quite wet but the temp was great. I've ridden the park several times before (though i've only been riding 5 weeks), so i thought that today i would try to get into my bars as much as possible. I stayed in about 75 percent of the time, and the day was full of firsts. My first down hill tun in the bars, my first climb in the bars, my first time being past by multiple cars (totally never racking), first pot hole... yikes!
There was a pretty good head wind on the way out so i could tell quite a difference, and then on the way back it seemed easier than before. The nicest part about the whole thing. I finished 4 minutes faster than the other day, and 20 minutes faster than my first full ride of the park.
Any advice on control techniques while in areo would be greatly appreciated, also does anyone notice a need for seat height adjustment for riding more powerfully while in the areo bars?
Sorry if all this seems very "novice'... but i am just that.
Thanks ahead,
Cory
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Post by Matt Luck on Jun 3, 2007 15:21:13 GMT -5
Cory,
Great post.
Learning to ride areo is always an interesting experience.
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Post by JMcAbier on Jun 5, 2007 7:55:15 GMT -5
Cory, It just takes time to make the adjustment. The more you ride aero, the greater your feel will be. I can remember being very erratic when I first started and there are still times when I hope no one notices those quick swerves to the left that I occasionally make  |
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Post by tiasatullo on Jun 5, 2007 10:22:30 GMT -5
Well I'm sorry but i don't have any experience in areo bars. Which means, i am no help what-so-ever! Sorry.
However, I am in the market for a pair. So i was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on the type/model and could point me in the right direction!
Thanks!
Tia.
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Post by George on Jun 5, 2007 13:33:52 GMT -5
Tia, What type of bike? I have a full Vision Tech aero bar set up that was off a 2006 Cervelo Dual available.
George
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Post by tiasatullo on Jun 5, 2007 14:26:51 GMT -5
I bought a womens specific specialized dolce comp. Will they fit?
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Post by George on Jun 5, 2007 16:17:13 GMT -5
Not sure, Im thinking....You may be better off with a set of clip on Profile Design bars.
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Post by robreddy on Jun 5, 2007 19:34:34 GMT -5
i saw tia's bike last week - very nice - but a full road bike set up not a tri bike
pair of clip ons is what she needs
tia - hope to see you next tuesday at the rrr brick - we can chat then about aero bars and some adjustments that you should look into on your set up/geometry
or call me at 440.376.9054 or email rob.reddy@oberlin.edu
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Post by JenCollister on Jun 6, 2007 7:32:54 GMT -5
Cory, I was thinking of this post while I rode my road bike last night with the clip-on aerobars. My best advice for successful aerobar riding is to keep your upper body loose and don't grip the aerobars tightly. Good luck and have fun!
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Post by corybarrett on Jun 6, 2007 21:36:23 GMT -5
.... breaking news on the areo bar saga.... first flat in the areo bars. Followed by, clip clap, clip clap, clip clap of my cycling shoes all the way home. humorous i suppose.
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Post by JenCollister on Jun 7, 2007 7:21:29 GMT -5
Now, here is where we suggest that you carry a spare tube, levers and CO2 cartridge kit. I hope to have another flat changing practice session soon if you need to learn how to change a flat.
Hope you didn't have to walk too far!
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Post by Brian Luther on Jun 13, 2007 22:23:52 GMT -5
Well I'm sorry but i don't have any experience in areo bars. Which means, i am no help what-so-ever! Sorry. However, I am in the market for a pair. So i was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on the type/model and could point me in the right direction! Thanks! Tia. Tia, Profile Design-AIRSTRYKE F-19's, an awesome addition to any bike. The best feature is that the elbow pads fold up, when you are not using them. Once you decide on what style aero bars you want, get the advice from your bike shop too. Not all aero bars fit well, and the bike shop can always make the adjustments needed to make the perfect fit. Be careful, as you get acclimated to the bars and riding in the tucked position. Have fun and post some pics too! ;D |
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Post by michaelfenoff on Jun 13, 2007 22:43:16 GMT -5
as for the nice walk home, might I suggest a cell phone... always a good idea
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Post by Brian Luther on Jun 13, 2007 22:44:17 GMT -5
Cory,
Sounds as if you have gotten some experience needed on the aero bars already. Although, always ride with caution, and awareness, and caution. Oh did I mention caution!
Being in the tucked position gives you a plethora of advantages, yet it puts you in a very vulnerable and risky position as well. Riding alone is cool and gives you time to adjust to the new body position and enjoying all the benefits it gives you aerodynamically. Now, here comes the time when riding in small groups and or racing. Your reaction times will be slower, so be-careful. Ask some more experienced riders to join you, to gain some valuable practice, while riding with others. A "must" before race day......
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