I was just going to say this! I've noticed that people definitely mount their bikes based on handedness: By and large, right-handers mount from the left, and left-handers mount from the right. Why should turning be any different?Originally Posted by bmccasland
PS - I continue to be an awful turner, so llb - thanks for asking. And everybody else, thanks for the useful advice.
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10-05-2007, 08:25 AM #1
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I'm right handed but turn best to the left. To mount the bike, I stand on its left and swing the right leg over. I clip in the right foot first and clip in the left as I get underway... Trying to go against these instincts is definitely harder.
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10-05-2007, 10:44 AM #3
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Some of the mounting left (as in your left foot stays on the ground the longest, and you swing your right leg over) comes from horse calvary days. Most soldiers were trained right handed, so your sword hangs on the left. Which means when you're mounting a horse with your sword banging around on the left, it is FAR easier to swing your right leg up and over.
(ahhh the fun trivia one learns when one's other hobby involves medieval history)Beth
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