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2008-09-20 10:56 AM

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Does anyone know the impact on mph of a bike that properly fits you as opposed to one that doesn't?  

How much does does the fit have to be off before a significant negative impact?  All other things being equal could a cm have a 1-2 mph difference or more? 

2008-09-20 11:01 AM
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Depends where that cm is in the grand fit scheme. Saddle height? Stem length? cleat placement? Some areas of fit wouldn't be so noticeable, others would be dramatic.

Just a top tube length? 1cm not so much that it couldn't be doctored with adjusting seat, stem, etc. Now , if your fit was off by 1cm for every measurement, THAT wouldn't be so pretty.

2008-09-20 11:13 AM
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Yikes.... yeah im going to work on gettng fitted for my bike this winter. I have a really old school bike, love it, but i am looking at buying a new tri bike p2-SL.

Edited by Jyles16 2008-09-20 11:27 AM
2008-09-20 11:21 AM
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Don't worry ... the bikes today are highly adjustable and a good bike fitter will work with you until it is right.
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