David Hart

The on suggestion of asking a pro or cat 1 or 2 still isn't the best advice.
I have seen some questionable riding practices by them. Not saying I am
better but I got my tips from a coach. I think senior track riders (men and
women) may offer the best advice on how to ride your bike.

On Tue, Jun 9, 2009 at 11:06 AM, Darren Smith wrote:

> I didnt race last night but I did last week and someone (I assume one of
> the mentor's) was riding through the pack telling people, including me, to
> get in the drops and to loosen my arms. I was on the hoods with my elbows
> bent substantiallyand I felt a lot more confident in my abilities in that
> position than when I moved to the drops. I was not uncomfortable in the
> drops but I felt that my control was diminished.
>
> Having said that, isnt it personal preference as to how you ride in a group
> meaning where that person feels the most confident in handling their bike?
> I understand the need for arms to be a little bent and loose but if you can
> do that on the hoods or in the drops, what difference does it make?
>
> Im a rookie to road racing but not to riding in a group so this is for my
> own curiosity more than anything.
>
> Darren Smith
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