How do I know what height my bike seat should be?

The saddle height is always measured with the crank arm pointed down and in line with the seat tube. The distance from the center of the pedal axle to the top of your saddle is your seat height….Heel method

To start with, raise your saddle roughly to your hip.
Sit down on the saddle and touch the pedal with your heel.

How do I choose a time trial saddle?

Triathletes, especially long-distance ones, will spend extended periods of time on the aerobars. So a tri-friendly saddle should have a narrow, flat profile due to the rider being in this aggressive forward position, with their weight placed towards the nose.

What happens if saddle is too high?

A saddle that is too high will cause the hips to rock back and forth. Not only does this detract from pedalling efficiency, but it can also be extremely uncomfortable. Discomfort can show up in your lower back or as knee pain (especially in the back of the knee).

How can I improve my TT position?

First and most obviously: ride your TT bike more often. Try doing one hard ride and one easy ride each week alone on your TT bike, as well as one or two long rides each month. Stick to flat to rolling routes, so that you can stay aero for the majority of the ride.

Can you use a time trial bike in a triathlon?

TT bikes and triathlon bikes can both be used for triathlon racing. Especially for shorter races. And some just like the look of the TT bike — simple, streamlined. But if the bike portion of the race is long, especially something like a 70.3 or full Ironman distance, a tri bike will be much more comfortable.

How big is a 47cm bike?

What’s the right road bike size for me?

Rider Height	Suggested Road Bike Size
Feet & Inches	Centimetres	Frame Size (cm)
4’10” – 5’0″	148cm – 152cm	XX-Small (47cm – 48cm)
5’0″ – 5’3″	152cm – 160cm	X-Small (49cm – 50cm)
5’3″ – 5’6″	160cm – 168cm	Small (51cm – 53cm)

What is my road bike size?

Road bike size chart

Height (inches)	Height (cm)	Frame Size (cm)
4’10” – 5’3″	148 – 160	46-50 (Extra Small)
5’3″ – 5’5″	160 – 165	50 – 52 (Small)
5’5″ – 5’7″	160 – 165	52 – 54 (Small – Medium)
5’7″ – 5’9″	170 – 175	54 – 56 (Medium)

Can I use a TT saddle on a road bike?

Generally triathlon specific saddles are designed for a unique rider-saddle interaction. In a road position, you are generally supported by the wider part of the saddle and your ischial tuberosity or “sit bones.” A tri position will instead interact more with the nose of the saddle.