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Cycling Buckle 1 year ago 100%
Flats vs Clip less for long distance.

I've been riding clip less all last season and until last week I decided to switch to flats. Last week I decided to switch to flats to see if I can improve ride comfort. I was surprised during my first ride. It felt weird and I maintain the same technique as if I was in clip less minus the pulling up the pedal. I noticed that first couple of rides I was struggling to place my feet, trying to find the "perfect spot" but then I forgot all about it and it became second nature. I didn't do long ride in flats yet but I rode bunch of smaller efforts during the week to combined 378km. I feel like my feet are changing positions during the ride depending on terrain and my saddle position (going up, down or during standing). I believe this change of position allows better comfort. Does anyone have similar experience or its just my bias or poor bike fit?

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cycling Cycling So where is everyone riding this weekend?
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    1 year ago 100%

    I haven't been able to go out this weekend yet but I'm right there with you in Bay Area virtually. Did double Mt Diablo virtually ride yesterday!

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  • cycling Cycling What bike do you suggest that I get?
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    1 year ago 100%

    I think a lot would depend on what's your style, where are you going to be cycling? There are some general categories like commuter, mountain, road, recently more popular gravel which now days are more like mountain bikes from 90's. Most important is to start riding wherever you are, whenever you have time. Pick something you can afford and won't break your heart if you drop it (like 10K super bike).

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  • cycling Cycling When do you find time to cycle?
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    1 year ago 100%

    Most of the time if I ride it's in the morning. For me its the easiest and most reliable way to plan and execute before day starts. There is also this feeling of accomplishment after the ride and it feels great the rest of the day.

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