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Old 07-14-2008, 02:25 AM   #116 (permalink)
JamesLaugesen
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Congrats dude, it's great what you've done!

If you ever start feeling the need for more speed, consider any kind of clip/strap-in pedals, higher pressure tyres and a thinner seat as GenKreton said.

You'll see a huge improvement in FE (Food Efficiency) riding clipped-in. Using muscles in the back of your legs on the up-stroke is when you'll really notice the benefit of a narrow seat.

I don't agree with having 50% of your weight on your arms, even on a dropbar roadie.
Elite cyclists might look like they have weight on their arms, but they definitely don't. You might have force through the bars pushing & pulling as part of your stroke (especially without clips), but never supporting your body weight. Plenty of info on the interwebs under "cycling posture" and such.
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