Can you fit a bike in a TT?
But with the 535d otherwise engaged, he borrowed the TT for a weekend – and to my amazement, managed to fit his bike in the boot with the rear seats folded. And he’s not the only one; picture assistant Evi Peroulaki also manoeuvred her bike in for our header shot.
Can I use a TT bike as a road bike?
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.
How much faster is a TT bike than a road bike?
The BikeRadar website claims the advantage a TT bike gives you is 60-70 watts at 40 km/h, that is, it takes 270-280 watts to ride a road bike at that speed and 220 watts to ride a TT bike. Translated into seconds, a TT bike gives you 9 seconds per kilometre advantage. This is six minutes in a 40 km time trial.
What size TT bike should I get?
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 |
Why do triathletes use TT bikes?
Triathlon’s are stand-out challenge’s that require proper training and sharp focus. Triathlon’s also require the proper bike to ride. From the geometry of the frame and its efficient aerodynamics, to the angles of the seat tube and aerodynamics, riding a triathlon bike will enhance your triathlon results.
How often should I ride my TT bike?
Some athletes can ride the tri bike just once per week and feel just fine on race day, while others need to spend nearly all of their time on it as race day nears. If you feel good on the tri bike and want to just perform one key workout each week on it, then that should be sufficient.
Are TT bikes Good for hills?
When cycling uphill you’ll benefit from a lighter road bike, as the geometry allows you a more comfortable and efficient ride. The aerodynamic advantages of a tri bike are negligible when climbing and you may be forced to utilise the quadriceps more, which can hinder your run performance.
Do I really need a TT bike?
Let’s get something out of the way straight away: you don’t need a tri bike unless you are a triathlete. It might not be obvious and some of you might even get swayed by the cool looks of TT bikes but unless you need one for triathlon racing, you shouldn’t get one.
Are TT bikes heavy?
A time trial bike is typically 1-2kg heavier than a road bike. This is because the main focus is making a time trial bike more aerodynamic rather than lightweight. TT frames tend to be heavier because of bigger ‘aerofoils’ and bigger frames. This can put a time trial bike at a disadvantage going up hill.
Is Tri-Fit more difficult than road cycling?
In other words, the cyclist spends less time adjusting or altering their body position while riding. So the main focus is, for the most part, pinpointing one position on the bike. Dialing in this single position actually becomes a bit easier than a road fit. Yet, people sometimes suggest a tri-fit is more difficult.
What is the difference between TT and road bike saddles?
With your front end vastly lower than on your road bike, it may introduce soft tissue pressure, even using TT-specific saddles. While the short and wide saddles like the Specialized Power follow the same general ethos as TT-specific saddles, the latter will have a wider nose with a pressure-relieving channel that continues all the way through.
How should the back half of a TT bike be fitted?
Beyond just your saddle height, there are quite a few factors to keep in mind when fitting the back half of your TT bike. First and foremost is your undercarriage. With your front end vastly lower than on your road bike, it may introduce soft tissue pressure, even using TT-specific saddles.
Is there a difference between bike fitting and bike sizing?
Often bike fitting and bike sizing become intertwined, but they are completely different. With that said, fitting a road bicycle works best when you start with the right size bike or at a minimum, a bicycle that is close enough to your right size.