What size tri bike do I need for my height?
What’s the right TT bike size for me?
| Rider Height | Suggested Triathlon Frame Size | |
|---|---|---|
| Feet & Inches | Centimetres | Frame Size (cm) |
| 5’6″ – 5’9″ | 168cm – 175cm | 54cm – 55cm |
| 5’9″ – 6’0″ | 175cm – 183cm | 56cm – 58cm |
| 6’0″ – 6’3″ | 183cm – 191cm | 58cm – 60cm |
Do tri bikes make a difference?
Researchers from Central Lancashire University recently examined the effect of bicycle geometry on subsequent running performance in a sprint triathlon, and discovered that those pedalling on triathlon bikes recorded a faster overall bike-run time than when cycling on a road bike.
Can you use a tri bike for road?
Yes, a triathlon bike can be changed to a road bike. This can be sometimes expensive and consume a lot of time but it is very doable. The main parts of these two different bikes can be swapped to change one into the other. You just have to pay attention to the fit as you do so.
Is a tri bike faster than a road bike?
It’s generally known that triathlon bikes have aerodynamic and geometric advantages that make them faster than road bikes. With all variables remaining equal over the bike leg of a triathlon, the tri bike wins in speed.
Why are tri bikes heavier?
A triathlon bike is heavier than a road bike by 2- 4 lbs or 1 to 2 kg. The reason is that the aim is to make a triathlon bike more aerodynamic rather than lightweight as it is in road bikes. The triathlon bikes come with bigger aerofoils and bigger frames than the road bike.
Is a tri bike more comfortable than a road bike?
A triathlon or time trial bike demands a fundamental change in body posture as compared to other styles of bikes. With the increase in aerodynamics comes a decrease in comfortability.
Are tri bikes comfortable?
Triathlon bikes are not designed to be comfortable, they are designed to be aerodynamic, light, and to allow the rider to exert maximum effort against the pedals to get the most speed out of the ride.