Low riders are slow riders
Many cyclists set their bike seats too low. But a tweak in your saddle height can boost your endurance. A new study from the University of Central Arkansas found that people who set their saddles so that their knees are bent at a 25-degree angle (from vertical) at the bottom of the pedal stroke felt less fatigued after a ride than those who set their saddles at other heights.
“Pedalling at this angle lets you use the least amount of energy for your work,” says study author Will Peveler, PhD, so you can ride farther before tiring out. Need help finding the proper angle? Visit your local bike shop. Many have fit experts on staff.
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