what a difference been on the drops makes!

ianbar
ianbar Posts: 1,354
edited August 2011 in Road beginners
my last 2 rides i have set out to stay on the drops a lot more. i have instantly seen a marked improvement with 2 rides that are faster than anything i have done before. i have also recently had a good long ride which im sure has boosted my confidence but from struggling to get to 14mpg i nearly hit 15 today. i think its making a big difference as i am 6'3" and not the most slender so reducing my wind resistance is big for me.
enigma esprit
cannondale caad8 tiagra 2012

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  • amaferanga
    amaferanga Posts: 6,789
    14mpg? Is that diesel or petrol? :wink:
    More problems but still living....
  • ianbar
    ianbar Posts: 1,354
    oh dear did i really put that lol
    enigma esprit
    cannondale caad8 tiagra 2012
  • ianbar
    ianbar Posts: 1,354
    oh dear did i really put that lol
    enigma esprit
    cannondale caad8 tiagra 2012
  • freehub
    freehub Posts: 4,257
    I don't really notice much benefit on the drops, I only use them when pushing into a headwind or doing over like 23mph.
  • Zoomer37
    Zoomer37 Posts: 725
    In the drops is where its at. Work on getting that back flat and you'll feel like a pro
  • Eyon
    Eyon Posts: 623
    With no extra effort, I usually gain another mph on the drops. If i go onto clip-ons then I see another 1mph gain usually. If you're flexible enough in the lower back/hip then it is a good way to really increase your speed (stating the obvious!)
  • DavidJB
    DavidJB Posts: 2,019
    Gain between 1-2MPH on drops @ 23-24MPH.
  • The Ors
    The Ors Posts: 130
    amaferanga wrote:
    14mpg? Is that diesel or petrol? :wink:

    Or water?

    Or High 5?

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