Question: I’m short and shopping for a new bike. I’ve found that many with small frames use 650C wheels. Are there any disadvantages to having these smaller wheels? I notice that triathletes often prefer 650C no matter how tall they are. — Caren C. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Smaller wheels are thought to create less wind resistance….
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Question: I live in Seattle and the rains have begun. I just bought a road bike to replace my trusty old mountain bike, but it seems much less stable in the wet. I’m spooked by slick pavement on the steep hills. What’s the secret to safe control in wet conditions? — Andrew R. Coach Fred…
Question: I’m an old roadie, accustomed to brushing off my tires with my fingers or gloved palm whenever I ride through debris. The habit comes from riding with sew-ups back in the day. Now, after a long absence from cycling, I’m back in the saddle on a new (and incredibly lightweight!) bike with clincher tires….
Question: My race bike has a stiff aluminum frame. After a hard ride, my legs feel much more tired than they do on my steel-frame training bike. Is a stiff frame harder on the legs? — Douglas A. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: I think you’re on to something. We all subconsciously soften the shock of…
