The RedShift Quick-Release Aerobars allow cyclists to frequently switch between riding with or without aerobars. They are quite comfortable and reasonably adjustable, but the adjustability wasn’t sufficient for me and I always leave my aerobars mounted, so the extra weight of the quick-release mechanism is unnecessary.
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The RedShift Dual-Position Seatpost allows cyclists to easily change the fore and aft saddle position while riding, so it’s useful for people riding a road bike with clip-on aerobars who want the saddle setback to be optimized for both positions. I found it to be well made and to function admirably.
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Cyclists are advised to wear a helmet, a rear-view mirror improves safety in certain situations and the bike itself should be checked to see if it’s safe.
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Cyclists need active (powered) lighting to illuminate the road ahead, to attract drivers’ attention and to allow drivers to judge their position & speed.
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The cranks on 70% of new bikes are the wrong length. Appropriate length cranks can help to increase comfort and avoid injuries when cycling long distances.
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Advice on how much water to carry to optimize time efficiency in bikepacking races and long-distance cycling and options of where to store water on the bike.
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The effect that different clothing and body positions have on the average speed of typical long-distance cyclists is investigated.
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Hand comfort is essential for long-distance cycling because problems with cyclist’s palsy / ulnar palsy are common, causing hand numbness & loss of strength.
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The variety of equipment used in bikepacking races means that the range of equipment costs is large, but estimates for reasonable options are given.
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Finding a comfortable and efficient cycling position, including saddle and handlebar positions, is essential to avoid injuries from long-distance cycling.
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