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flag Matt641
Posted: Oct 30, 2022 at 18:30 Quote
Hey guys,

I am looking at venturing from the trails out onto the pavement.

I have been a mountain biker forever but I am wanting to give road cycling a try. It is a completely unknown world for me so I am looking to do a bit of homework before I dive in and turn myself into a human pin ball or worse a bowling ball.

Any good articles, podcasts, tips n tricks, do’s n don’ts, good bike brands that aren’t too over the top for a beginner, bike setup advice and anything that you think might be helpful please fire away.

Please and thank you.
flag ShawMac
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Posted: Nov 4, 2022 at 13:41 Quote
Matt641 wrote:
Hey guys,

I am looking at venturing from the trails out onto the pavement.

I have been a mountain biker forever but I am wanting to give road cycling a try. It is a completely unknown world for me so I am looking to do a bit of homework before I dive in and turn myself into a human pin ball or worse a bowling ball.

Any good articles, podcasts, tips n tricks, do’s n don’ts, good bike brands that aren’t too over the top for a beginner, bike setup advice and anything that you think might be helpful please fire away.

Please and thank you.

I would say look for a used bike with Disc brakes. You will get a lot of extra bike compared to buying a cheaper new.

Look bikes that are more on the cyclocross/touring/gravel end of the design spectrum. May be more comfortable than an aggressive road racer. I have a Specialized Diverge that I really like.

Once you get a bike, it can be worth it to pay for a bike fit by someone qualified. Unlike mtb, you spend a lot more time in one position. Making your bike comfortable makes for much more pleasurable days. I haven't done it yet, but probably will int he spring.

I will admit, I watch GCN a bit.

 


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