The seat holds most of your weight and should accommodate the movement of your legs as you ride. That's why as you move from riding upright to a more athletic position you will need a narrower seat. The seat and its position are possibly the most import point of contact because having it too high or low could cause knee or back pain. According to Pruitt, to get your seat the proper height you should sit with your pelvis level, put the pedal at the lowest point in the stroke, and with your heel on the pedal, your leg should be straight or very slightly bent. The other points of contact also directly impact how comfortable and efficient you are on your bike.
Hands carry some weight but mainly serve to control gears.
Feet are the power connection between your leg muscles and your bike. The right equipment is also crucial to the level of comfort on a bike. The Daily Camera. All rights reserved. Any copying, redistribution, or retransmission of any of the contents of this service without the express written consent of The Daily Camera is expressly prohibited.