Friday, July 11, 2008

Good Touch. Bad Touch.


Before Fitting
Stolen from BRAIN Web Site

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Alternate Title: Normally I Don't Let Men Touch Me...

I went in for a bike fitting yesterday and it was apparently long over due. Bike Route Al took some initial measurements, checked the bike and said "Dude, it's like you are riding a Townie!" Way off. He later likened my riding geometry to a recumbent -- nice. Anyway, I should be in the proper riding position now. Seat raised over an inch, (another) new stem, seat and pedal adjustments. It does feel more comfortable and I hope to test it out tonight on the road. I need to make a little note for the stem reminding me to unlock my elbows -- probably the cause of my hands going numb.

I hope to get back to Spin Class tomorrow and then long over-due yard work. Sunday should be and attempted 65 again, but I need to get back into the office. Plus, the heat of last week kicked my butt and left me weak for the week. I think fewer is better this weekend, then I have two more to go until MM.

I am caught in Medical Records Hell now. Holter test over a week ago and my Doc keeps telling me to call the Cardio Doc and visa-versa. I just want to get some answers -- guess I will spend some quality phone time this morning.

Spin On

2 comments:

Travis said...

Thanks for that, I needed a good laugh this morning...good stuff.

DoD said...

Steve,

Watch your knees and hips with the adjustments. You may experience some initial soreness, but it should abate soon enough. Nothing beats a good, proper fitting. It should make you more efficient and improve recovery time.

P.S. - Beltran tested positive for EPO today in TdF. Cheers