A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Dear Tech Support, I am just getting started in triathlon and I am going to buy a road bike. I was looking at the Specialized Allez, but then I called a bike shop was recommended an Eddy Merckx Team SC. Another shop recommended the…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Hi, I have a question RE: aerobars. When using them, should your elbows be shoulder length apart or closer in? Thanks Vicki Las Vegas, NV Vicki, Proper aerobar width is determined by a combination of comfort, ease of oxygen transfer (breathing), and aerodynamics. For…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Dear Tech Support, I am looking for some advice on what my next bike purchase should be. I am 6′ 5″ (inseam 34″) and weigh 205lbs. I am currently riding a 63cm Cannondale Multisport 800 with 650 wheels. According to CompuTrainer, I can ride…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Dear Tech Support, Does the set back of my seatpost defeat the purpose of having a steep seat angle bike? Thanks, Hugh Houston, Texas Dear Hugh, You have hit upon an important point – seat angle and seat tube angle are not always the…