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 2008-10-15 11:20 PM |
Regular  115 |  Subject: Aero advantage worth it?I am having a hard time finding a tri bike bigger than 58-61. I am 6'6". Would it be better to use a road bike in a bigger size that fits better or just get the biggest tri bike i can find and train with it? Would the aero advantages be better than the proper size and fit advantages? Thanks for showing newbie love!  |
| 2008-10-15 11:58 PM in reply to: #1746202 |
Expert 1379   Woodland, California | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? Proper size and fit are more important than aero. There are people on this site who are your height who ride tri bikes, maybe they can chime in. I'm sort of on the other end of that scale.  |
| 2008-10-16 12:02 AM in reply to: #1746202 |
Regular 115 | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? I used to ride bmx all the time and I figured that if i could ride a little 20" bike all day long a smaller tri bike would be ok? I guess that wouldn't be the most efficient use of energy. |
| 2008-10-16 6:53 AM in reply to: #1746202 |
Veteran 306 | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? i'm 6'7" and ride a felt b2. i love it. much more comfortable. can stay in aero for a long time. its a 60 cm. frame. |
| 2008-10-16 7:08 AM in reply to: #1746202 |
Champion 19812   MA | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? There are tri bikes that will fit you. Have you had a bike fit? Do that first and then you know what geometry is ideal for you based on fit. |
| 2008-10-16 5:35 PM in reply to: #1746202 |
Extreme Veteran 680 Boulder, CO | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? Too Tall -- the rider accounts for about 80% of the drag -- so a bike that enables you to be comfortable and well positioned will be the most aero choice. Bike frames don't count for a material amount of drag when compared to the rider. Hope this helps, gordo |
| 2008-10-16 5:43 PM in reply to: #1748319 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? I'm 6'7" and I ride a cervelo P2C 61cm... No problem for fit. I didn't even need to swap out any parts... The bike (and race wheels, and aero helmet, etc) do provide an aerodynamic advantage, but it's just seconds per kilometer compared to their counter parts (non-aero). The idea of tri bike, is to put the rider in a aerodyamic position for LONG periods of time and still be comfortable AND, more importantly, also handle better with the rider in the aerodynamic position. Rider position is creates the most drag and is the biggest factor for efficiency. (when I say position, that includes being properly fit by your LBS or coach for you needs). |
| 2008-10-16 5:56 PM in reply to: #1746202 |
Regular 115 | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? Thanks guys you give me hope. |
| 2008-10-16 6:26 PM in reply to: #1746202 |
Veteran 749 | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? Tootall I am 6'4" and ride a cervelo p2c 61 cm. Fit is good. I chose this bike because it had the highest steerer tube at 190 and it is made for the more comfort minded. You can get a custom frame for the same price with tri geometry. Goodluck, John. |
| 2008-10-16 6:56 PM in reply to: #1746202 |
Extreme Veteran 375 Middleville, MI | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? I am 6'5" and ride a Giant Trinity tri bike in a size L frame which is the biggest frame they make. My LBS had to put a different stem on it but I love my bike. Although I am still getting used to being on the drops, I am starting to find it to be very comfortable to ride that way. I would think you should be able to find a tri bke that fits even if they have to swap out a few minor parts during the fit. |
| 2008-10-16 7:02 PM in reply to: #1746202 |
Member 381 | Subject: RE: Aero advantage worth it? recognize that one would often ride a much smaller "frame size" for a tri bike than for a road bike to achieve proper fit. go to a bike shop and have them fit you on some tri bikes. |
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