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2006-06-08 8:23 AM

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Subject: Bike fit--road v. tri-specific
Other than the obvious seatpost angle, are there other considerations when looking at a tri-specific bike. Or, can I assume (soooooo dangerous) that a 56cm tri bike will fit the same as a 56 cm tri bike...or, do I need to get refitted for a tri bike? Or...



2006-06-08 9:14 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike fit--road v. tri-specific
I ride a 58 road bike and 56 tri bike, my fitter said that this is not uncommon for the same rider to fit on a size smaller tri geometry frame....you do need to get refitted, there are more things to fit on a tri bike vs. road bike.....
2006-06-08 9:36 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike fit--road v. tri-specific
I am currently shopping for a tri bike and my LBS has me measured for a 54 tri bike where my road is a 56.
2006-06-08 9:53 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike fit--road v. tri-specific

cbost2678 - 2006-06-08 10:36 AM I am currently shopping for a tri bike and my LBS has me measured for a 54 tri bike where my road is a 56.

Same here ... I think tri bikes tend to size downwards.  Best to get an experienced first hand opinion when you are sitting on the bike. There is plenty that can be done to tweak a cm here or there ... but believe that it might be better to get the proper size and have the tweaking done to dial in your fit in a micro rather than macro manner.

Further, there is more to getting fitted on a tri-bike than just the seat angle.  There is the position of the body over the top tube, the drop between your seat post and arm rests, seat position relative to the cranks, and the list goes on ...

A good fitting often takes over an hour (mine took close to 2 hours) as they dial it in ...

Bottom line: Yes, you should get refitted ... and if you purchase the bike, you might want to make sure that the fitting is included in the price (and that it will be done with someone who has the proper experience + expertise).

 

2006-06-08 10:11 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike fit--road v. tri-specific
I ride a 52 road bike and my tri bike is 50. Seems to be the normal to drop a size on tribike. Most important pay the extra if needed to get properly fit by a tri specific shop if possible. Definately want to make sure your comfortable in the aero position and not too stretched out
2006-06-08 12:23 PM
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Thanks, all!


2006-06-08 12:49 PM
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Subject: RE: Bike fit--road v. tri-specific
Dont assume get fitted. Specifically by some one who is F.I.S.T certified. best money i spent on my bike.
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