Why do triathletes sit so far forward?
Why do triathletes sit so far forward?
So they are more balanced on the bike, where triathletes are kind of front-loaded on the bike—they’re so far forward over the bottom bracket. They’re trying to actually run on the bike rather than pedal like a cyclist does—they get behind the pedal. That creates a different saddle situation too.”
Can you reverse a setback seatpost?
Thomson says its ok. A – Yes, the setback seatpost can be used as a set forward seatpost. No modifications are necessary.
How do you measure a setback on a seatpost?
It’s measured from the seatpost centerline to the center of the clamp….Most manufacturers do this:
- trace an imaginary line (or tie a string) along the center of the seatpost entry into the bike a few inches down the seat tube.
- extend that straight line past height of the seat rail clamps on the post.
How much is a saddle setback?
Bike saddle offset can range from 0 mm to 45 mm and is often used when riders with longer femur’s need to get further behind the bottom bracket. Using a saddle with more offset will allow greater adjustment behind the bottom bracket. However, for most riders under 180cm, no special saddle offset is needed.
How uncomfortable is a TT bike?
I would go as far as to say they are extremely comfortable. They have a pair of nice padded elbow rests up front so you can really get into your chill zone, and you can get so low on them it is almost as if you are lying down; the risk is that you may actually fall asleep while riding the bike.
Can you turn a seatpost around?
Re: Can I turn my seatpost around 180deg? Yes you can. People often do it with Tri-Bikes. But you don’t want to (unless you’re a triathlete and want to deliberately cycle with straight legs so it’s easier to run afterwards).
What is offset on seatpost?
Offset is the distance between the centerline of the seatpost tube, and the centerline of the clamp area. Shims are often available to adapt a too-small seatpost to a too-large seat tube.
What is a layback seatpost?
A layback seatpost is one that positions the saddle clamp behind the centre line of the seatpost.
