I've done that, John. Depending what you read, the desired distribution f/r is 40/60 to 45/55. Supposedly randonneuring is favored by 45/55.
On Friday, January 21, 2011, John <jtperry330@me.com> wrote:
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> Richard Cielec wrote:
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> "The builder mentioned several important factors one of which is "...to get the proper weight distribution on the bike."
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> Well, one a deez days I will get around to some information gathering I've been thinking about for a few years. I'm going to put a digital scale under both front and rear wheels with me on the bike in normal riding positions and see what the percentage is front/rear. Just like in auto racing. And then see what the difference is in my different bikes. I've got the scales. Should yield some interesting conversation.
> I ride waaaay back, so it'll be particularly interesting to see what, if any, difference seat angle makes. I guess the mathematicians out there will not need the scales.
> Just lets not start debating this just yet, lets get some results in first. Any body else ever do this?
> Sports cars like 49/51%. Who knows, we might just like the same!
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> enjoy,
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> John Pergolizzi
> Torino, Italia
> REALLY looking forward to GREENSBORO!!!
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