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2005-03-04 9:28 AM

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Subject: Good resource for bike technique?
If this has been asked recently, I apologize. I didn't really see what I was looking for when I searched.

My question is: What are some good resources for bike technique?

It's been a while since I spent an appreciable amount of time on a bike, and it will be a while until I buy one, but I don't want bad habits getting ingrained in my head. So when I start my bike training, I would like to do it right. Any websites, videos, or books would help.

Thanks.

2005-03-04 10:14 AM
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Subject: RE: Good resource for bike technique?
I'd be interested in any responses to this as well...
2005-03-04 11:03 AM
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Subject: RE: Good resource for bike technique?
There was some discussion on this a while back...
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  • .. ok, found the thread here:
    • http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp...

    Seems the consensus was that a good bike fit mostly takes care of technique.
    Other than that, getting your spin cadence up is commonly thought to be more efficient.

    Edited by Micawber 2005-03-04 11:11 AM
    2005-03-04 1:03 PM
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    Micawber - 2005-03-04 11:03 AM

    There was some discussion on this a while back...
  • ..
  • .. ok, found the thread here:
    • http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp...

    Seems the consensus was that a good bike fit mostly takes care of technique.
    Other than that, getting your spin cadence up is commonly thought to be more efficient.


    Thanks.

    So, work on cadence and spend the money. Got it.
    2005-03-04 1:34 PM
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    igbomb - 2005-03-04 11:03 AM  So, work on cadence and spend the money. Got it.

    Another view on cadence.

    2005-03-04 2:10 PM
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    kimj81 - 2005-03-04 1:34 PM

    igbomb - 2005-03-04 11:03 AM  So, work on cadence and spend the money. Got it.

    Another view on cadence.



    Yeah, I've been following that thread as well. It's done a pretty good job of confusing me.

    2005-03-04 2:11 PM
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    1. Spinervals and CTS DVD's. Love them, you can learn plenty from them.
    2. Build up that leg strength on the trainer with power intervals.
    3. Build up that leg strength doing hills.
    4. Get that cadence up on the trainer. Maintain that cadence on the road.
    5. Ride with more experienced roadies/triathletes. A wealth of information in their head.
    6. Aerobars are the biggest aero time reducer. Other aero products are nice to haves, but not crucial.

    edit to say:

    7. Lose weight if needed. Makes climbing easier.
    8. It's NOT about the bike. Concentrate on the engine.


    Edited by ChuckyFinster 2005-03-04 2:15 PM
    2005-03-04 2:14 PM
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    igbomb - 2005-03-04 11:14 AM

    CTS?


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