New Tri Bike - Does it fit? Pics inside

Originally posted by Six000MileYear

Your fit looks good so far. The knees do not touch the elbows and your back is relatively flat.

What I am noticing is the ankle / leg angle in the first photo is extended. It looks like running on your toes. That may place a strain on your calves.

In the second photo the upper/lower leg angle is a little compressed. That may place a strain on your knees.

In the third photo the right knee is measurably ahead of the pedal. It should be slightly ahead of the pedal.

In all photos the upper arm/torso angle is closer to compressed, but still within range. The eyes are over the axle, which will result is less control of the bike.

The challenge is the legs look good near the top of the stroke, but not the bottom. It's tough to find the right trade-off. My recommendation is to reduce the ankle/leg angle at the bottom of the stroke and improve bike control:

1.) Sit about 1 -2 cm further back on the seat, but not moving the seat back. This opens up the upper/lower leg angle, puts the knee slightly ahead of the pedal, and improves directional stability. The upper arm/torso angle will open a bit and still be within range.

2.) Using a 170 mm crank. This will reduce the ankle/leg angle at the bottom of the stroke.