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RIDING POSITION
Saddle Height
In order to obtain the most comfortable riding
position and offer the best possible pedaling
efficiency, the seat height should be set correctly
in relation to the rider’s leg length. The correct
saddle height should not allow leg strain from
over-extension, and the hips should not rock from
side to side when pedaling. While sitting on the
bicycle with one pedal at its lowest point, place
the ball of your foot on that pedal. The correct
saddle height will allow the knee to be slightly
bent in this position.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE SEAT POST PROJECT
“MAXIMUM EXTENSION” MARK. IF YOUR SEAT POST PROJECTS
FROM THE FRAME BEYOND THESE MARKINGS, THE SEAT POST OR
FRAME MAY BREAK, WHICH COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOSE CONTROL
AND FALL. PRIOR TO YOUR FIRST RIDE, BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE
SADDLE ADJUSTING MECHANISM PROPERLY. A LOOSE SADDLE
CLAMP OR SEAT POST BINDER CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE BICYCLE
OR CAN CAUSE YOU TO LOSE CONTROL AND FALL. PERIODICALLY
CHECK TO MAKE SURE THAT THE SADDLE ADJUSTING MECHANISM
IS PROPERLY TIGHTENED.
REACH
To obtain maximum comfort, the rider should not overextend his or her reach when riding. There should
be a slight bend in the rider's elbows.
Refer to the section regarding
Seat and Seat Posts
to learn how to adjust the seat clamp.
