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2013-04-29 7:49 PM

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Subject: Just added aeros...what should I know?
This is my second year in triathlon. I finally decided to add acrobats to my road bike, and I know there are going to be some differences, but what should I know? Any tips? Anything to NOT do? And I did have them installed at a bike shop and they adjusted the bike fit while I was there. Looking more for tips on bike handling, etc.


2013-04-29 7:54 PM
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go out and ride, avoid busy roads the first few times out til you know you have a good idea of how well you can handle the bike in aero
2013-04-29 7:57 PM
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Be careful of unexpected flips and other tricks of a death defying nature!  
2013-04-29 8:56 PM
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Start in an area with minimal traffic (ideally none), farm animals, and small children. It's easiest to start on a straight, flat course. My first few times I wore running shoes and didn't clip in, until I built up some confidence. Work up some speed before going into aero--oddly, my bikes seem to handle better in aero when I'm going faster, maybe as you have more forward momentum. As soon as you get into aero (or before, on a trainer), practice getting out of it, one side at a time. Usually one side works better. Gradually build up to where you can handle gentle curves, downhills (not screaming ones, though), and minor bumps while still in aero. Then try all this in a race. It's not as hard as it sounds.



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2013-04-30 8:55 AM
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Drive carefully!
2013-04-30 8:57 AM
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if they are well trained acrobats they shouldn't really impact your balance. Just practice!


2013-04-30 9:01 AM
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When I added AB to my old RB first thing I noticed when on the AB was how twitchy the setup was when looking over the shoulder quick for traffic checks.  Not sure if this applies to all RB geometeries but something to be aware of.  After a few rides I was fine with it.
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