S40 - a new beginning
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chicorider
Zen MBB Master
Nice! When you are more comfortable on the bike, you might find that clipless pedals will be a good way to go. You will find discussions here where people go back and forth, but for me, since the feet are involved in the steering, being clipped in helps me feel more connected to the bike and the way it handles.
FinalStretchSeries
New Member
Yes I'm very eager to install. I guess that only then I can fine tune the beam length.
FinalStretchSeries
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Wheels
* cosmic carbon 45mm, 23mm inner width
* schwalbe g one allround 40mm
* tubeless
I have about 5-6mm clearance within the fork and plenty at the derailleur.
* rival axs e1
I'm really happy with the wide setup, roadbumps are still a bit sketchy to ride on.
Touring with the kids will help with handling and start/stop.
FinalStretchSeries
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Here you can see it in detail.
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Happy with the handlebar position so now I wrapped it along with my bell.
Had to make a small modification to my seat to properly accommodate my Headrest.
Added some fluorescent tape.
Had to make a small modification to my seat to properly accommodate my Headrest.
Added some fluorescent tape.
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Mike Cassera
Member
Clip-in pedals are the only way to go .... IMHO
Frito Bandito
Zen MBB Master
I have had that bell before, but be careful. Sometimes my clothes would get caught on it and rip the dinger off because I am an idiot and had it on the left side which is the side I always use.
Boreen bimbler
Well-Known Member
Plus 1 for clip in pedals. Also, it looks like you have no mirror. That made a big difference in confidence for me but I'm quite deaf so don't hear traffic well.
Have fun.
Have fun.
MNBentRider
Member
Both a mirror and clip in pedals made a big difference for me, too.
chicorider
Zen MBB Master
Yes. Plus a Garmin Varia rear radar. That has made it so that I don't have to fixate on my mirrors as much. I can look around more and enjoy the ride.
FinalStretchSeries
New Member
Spd pedals are amazing, so much more control!
2 mirrors and a first 45km test, 34 average. So happy.
2 mirrors and a first 45km test, 34 average. So happy.
Tuloose
Guru
I guess I'll be the odd man out here and say how pleased I am with my large platform Catalyst pedals on my S40 and T50. I love being able to just jump on the bike and ride without first having to get into cycling shoes plus I can get off the bike to walk around in comfort without the clip clop duck walk of clip in shoes.
I don't notice any loss of pedaling efficiency or control, in fact I think control of the bike is slightly enhanced, and pushing with the arch of the foot instead of the ball does seem to help with climbing.
The only negatives I have noticed besides the high cost of these pedals are sometimes my foot might bounce off momentarily on a big bump and I don't have the ability to pedal with one foot attached, handy for slow speed maneuvering, like I can with my SPD's. I use them only on my Vendetta.
I don't notice any loss of pedaling efficiency or control, in fact I think control of the bike is slightly enhanced, and pushing with the arch of the foot instead of the ball does seem to help with climbing.
The only negatives I have noticed besides the high cost of these pedals are sometimes my foot might bounce off momentarily on a big bump and I don't have the ability to pedal with one foot attached, handy for slow speed maneuvering, like I can with my SPD's. I use them only on my Vendetta.
kizarmynot
Well-Known Member
Another vote for large platform pedals. Also acknowledge the problem with a large bump, but being able to use regular shoes (especially when you need to wear two different sizes) is a benefit.
kizarmynot
Well-Known Member
Another advantage of the Varia - I've found that when I'm on a trail or quiet rode and not paying attention to my line, the warning that something is approaching is great to have.
Pedaling Innovation Catalyst pedals provide me with comfort and power transfer. No hot spots on 80+ mile days.
The pins are long enough to keep shoes secure on all but the largest potholes. I also like the ability to walk around comfortably when I stop. I may try clipless at some point but don’t feel the need right now.
The pins are long enough to keep shoes secure on all but the largest potholes. I also like the ability to walk around comfortably when I stop. I may try clipless at some point but don’t feel the need right now.
Mike Cassera
Member
The Garmin Varia is game changer. Wouldn't ride without it.
Also, clip-in pedals may be a personal choice but I don't see how you can feel connected to the bike without clip-ins. They give so much more control on any type of bike and because your foot can't slip off the pedal they are safer. I also use mountain bike shoes so walking is no problem.
Of course all of this is my personal opinion so take it with a grain of salt .
Also, clip-in pedals may be a personal choice but I don't see how you can feel connected to the bike without clip-ins. They give so much more control on any type of bike and because your foot can't slip off the pedal they are safer. I also use mountain bike shoes so walking is no problem.
Of course all of this is my personal opinion so take it with a grain of salt .
