I'm no longer a virginI just took my first ride on my Bianchi with clipless pedals, and I didn't fall down even once--which is not to say that I won't, just that I haven't yet. I can't even describe how nice it is not to have to bend down and tighten or loosen those blasted straps every time I start, stop, then start again.
Also, I had a new, shorter stem installed, which improved my reach to the bars enormously and made the ride a lot more comfortable. AND, either I've miscalibrated my new bike computer or I'm a lot faster on the Bianchi than on my touring bike. Woo-hoo!!!
I feel like I've finally grown up, at the tender age of 53 (and 11/12--birthday at the end of this month--yikes!)
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11-01-2006, 08:30 AM #1
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Maiden Voyage with Clipless Pedals
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11-01-2006, 08:54 AM #2
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Congrats on the maiden voyage. It's my opinion that those who have dealt with tightening and loosening their toe straps will find clipless so much easier that they will never have clipless issues. Enoy the Bianchi, and adulthood.
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11-01-2006, 09:52 AM #3
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Oh its definately the Bianchi and has nothing to do with the wheelset! (At least that's what I told myself to justify the purchase). I am DEFINATELY faster on Cielo than on my Giant.
And good for you for not falling. I won't jinx you by reiterating how I didn't fall until almost 3 weeks into it.
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11-01-2006, 11:13 AM #4
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Whoo Hooo Bad Juju! CONGRATULATIONS!Jennifer
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11-01-2006, 11:33 AM #5
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very cool! yep, you can gain speed from going clipless, as you begin to utilize your muscle groups more efficiently... and also that stem change probably helped too! being in a better/more correct position can improve your speed... and a lighter, faster bike definitely helps!
very cool... I can "hear" your excitement in your post
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11-01-2006, 11:49 AM #6
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Good for you Bad Ju Ju. I'm a huge fan of clipless pedals and an even bigger fan of Bianchis. You go girl!
And don't worry if you fall. Assuming no major injuries (don't use your arm to catch yourself), it's a roadie right-of-passage.
What kind of pedals/shoes do you have?
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