New Sram Red 2012-2013

New Sram Red component group

Video of the new Sram Red group When designing this group it looks like Sram took the tact that its only a bike. Lets keep it simple with out electronics. Some important changes Lighter overall group by 150grams Very nice slick front derailleur with integrated chain keeper. Completely redesigned brake calipers. A bunch of other [...]

Bicycle Fitting with the Guru Robotic Fit Bike

Guru DFU

Overview of Road and Triathlon bicycle fitting on Dynamic Fit Unit In this video we introduce one of the tools that helps us develop an ideal position for the rider.  The Guru dfu robitic fit bike.  This machine is computer controlled to allow for testing new positions while the rider is on the bike pedaling. [...]

Do you ride your bike like a Kung Fu master?

Bruce Lee Kung Fu master

Bruce Lee was the master of efficiency Are you in an efficient position on your bike? He was famous for his “one inch punch” in which his fist would only move one inch and knock his opponent across the room. This was not some magic trick it was mastery of efficiency. All of his effort [...]

What if you finished your next race 14 minutes faster?

John on his Custom Guru CR901

Can bicycle fit and a custom bike really make a difference in your racing? In Triathlon/Duathlon 14 minutes is nearly a lifetime. John improved his time on the same course by 14 minutes from last year! It was a short race too (run 3.1 mile, bike 23 miles and run 3.1)         [...]

Why women have saddle problems on the bike

Woman riding

Most road bike saddles are designed for men. So how are female triathletes and cyclists supposed to comfortably ride a bicycle with a saddle that was designed for a man’s anatomy? The answer is of course that women will have a very tough time getting comfortable on a mens bicycle saddle. Not so obvious differences [...]

Is the position of your road bike handlebar a sign of poor fit?

handlebars

Full Speed Ahead handlebar image from FSA tech manual visit http://fullspeedahead.com Are your road bike handlebars positioned properly? Go and take a quick look at your bike from the side. Look at your handlebars. Are they tilted up slightly? If they are tilted up more than a few degrees then you may have a problem [...]

Bicycle Fitting Myths

Dragon of Ljubljana

The 6 most common bicycle fit myths Over the years there have been many myths regarding bicycle fit.  Some of them are harmless but many of them may be hampering your progress as a cyclist. By understanding some of the myths and misconceptions, you will get a clearer picture of the fitting process and the [...]