twitch
All-Mountain Rider
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Post by twitch on May 24, 2005 10:58:27 GMT 8
guys,
what's the difference between a road bike and a triathlon bike. they both look the same. the only difference i see between the twoo is the aero bars.
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Post by gabe1215 on May 24, 2005 15:38:56 GMT 8
i think the wheelbase. triathlete use 24 inch wheel... i think.
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twitch
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Post by twitch on May 24, 2005 19:28:52 GMT 8
oh yes the wheel size. htey ar emuch smaller. and i think water bottle holders also. hehe. tri bikes have at least i think five water bottle holders. one at the handle bar, two behind the saddle, one at the down tube and one at the seat tube. triathletes are surely well hydrated.
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Post by santacruz on May 24, 2005 19:37:13 GMT 8
The difference is in the geometry. Tri bikes have shorter headtube and steeper seat tube anlge(i think). Take it from the experts, try this site: www.slowtwitch.com
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Post by jr on May 24, 2005 19:51:31 GMT 8
the triathlon bike is similar to time trial bike. The handle bar is different, tire size smaller (I think 650 instead of 700c), geometry (head tube more forward). Since triathlon not design for long ride is more aerodynamic and uncombable position (more tight handlebar with beer bottle cage ;D ;D), not easy to maneuver compare to regular road bike.
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Post by spartan23 on Jun 11, 2005 22:04:34 GMT 8
I agree with everyone geometry, wheelbase, position etc. Heres a comparison between the two (note the 650 vs 700 wheels). I believe the current tri-bikes now are running 700's. I dont think I can take my tri-bike/ time trial on a century ride, its uncomfortable just as JR stated. cheers
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Post by mtb_racer on Jun 15, 2005 17:56:00 GMT 8
Triathlon bikes-mas pogi
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Post by dbigengine on May 23, 2006 16:56:29 GMT 8
not really much difference it just the drop bar and aero bar setting.
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Post by reign on May 23, 2006 21:00:24 GMT 8
wow nice bikes!!!
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Post by g.b.b on May 24, 2006 6:20:33 GMT 8
triathlon bike is for triathlete road bike is for mtbikers that mtb bikes were stolen. hehehee kidding jr already explained it
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Post by nightcrawler on May 26, 2006 14:59:41 GMT 8
The difference is in the geometry. Tri bikes have shorter headtube and steeper seat tube anlge(i think). Take it from the experts, try this site: www.slowtwitch.comThis is correct especially the seat tube. The steeper angle seat the rider more forward in tri and TT bike. That is why you can see the rider's elbow is located near the head tube. They are made for short distances and mostly flat roads. There are 650 & 700 c but its according to your preference. Also, take in account that finding some parts for a 650c bike is very difficult in our country.
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Post by woofers on May 26, 2006 17:33:48 GMT 8
The main difference between regular road bikes and Tri/Time Trial bikes is that the Tri and Time Trial bikes are designed for fast solo riding, not pack riding. They have to be as aerodynamic as possible, since there's nobody in front of you to provide a slipstream.
The difference between Tri and Time Trial bikes is that Tri bikes are designed to spare your hamstring muscles for the 42k run after the bike leg.
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Post by nightcrawler on May 29, 2006 16:28:54 GMT 8
The difference between Tri and Time Trial bikes is that Tri bikes are designed to spare your hamstring muscles for the 42k run after the bike leg. Yup that's true about the hamstrings...but your talking about iron man if you have 42K to run. That means your bike leg is 190 or 180 K, I think this is very long. I don't know if they still use a tri or TT bike for this length....
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Post by king on May 29, 2006 16:39:56 GMT 8
yup, they still do. they're actually more comfortable once you're in the aero position because the weight of your torso is on your forearms instead of your hands (for comparsion try holding yourself up in the push-up position, then try putting your weight on your forearms instead (arms bent at 90 degrees, at an L).
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Post by nightcrawler on May 29, 2006 17:07:28 GMT 8
Oh ok...I was thinking you can't ride too long at that position. Can they do 4 hours of aerodynamic tuck? It may be not good on the back. I think regular road bars is better as you can have several position changes if your going 180K. Tours TT is only 40 to 60 K only using TT bike. Sorry but I'm not a triathlete...
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Post by king on May 29, 2006 17:20:57 GMT 8
neither am i hehe. that's what they say though. i guess it's just a matter of setting it up correctly. i tried it once and it is comfortable, but it takes getting used to because it can be a little jittery.
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