10 Things NOT To Copy Off Tour de France Pros If You Want To Be FAST AND COMFORTABLE On The Bike

[@teenineboa8811]

I've just bought myself a new bike - but to "earn it", I promised myself I needed to lose (and keep off) 5kg first. I got rid of nearly 10kg and it has proven to be a far better upgrade than the new bike which cost over 3x as much as the one it replaces. I'm 40 and never going to compete against anyone other than myself... I just like getting better for getting betters sake... Agree with all of the points in this video but I do love white bartape!

[@oneeleven9832]

I bought Primoz Roglic’s old 2021 team bike thinking i could ride it..the handlebars were that far below the seat height & that stretched out forwards I quickly realised it was impossible for me…it’s now wall art in my kitchen..

[@fotovincentvandijk4808]

you could, of course, change the front end: rasing the bar and shorten the stem.

[@grosmince]

As a 40+ years of experience as a cyclist, I agree with all of this. I still prefer a race geometry and a flat back to a raised front-end and tall jead tube. Get as low as you can get being confy and efficient, train your flat back on the trainer in winter. Make sur you can ride in the drops. Aero is free…

[@AndrewBlucher]

With 60+ years of cycling experience, I agree with you. Except for the white bar tape. I just went back to white.

[@JoergWeida]

All the talk about Aero and weight is so totally nonsense for a hobby cyclist and even for an amateur racer those are the least important factors if you can't hold a good position on your bike and maintain a good power/weight ratio yourself during racing season.

[@FleMoo]

Team lightweight. I love climbing and hunting times on climbs!

[@MarioKurill]

I recently got the new POC helmet with an integrated visor, and it's the best piece of gear I've ever purchased. I get that it might make me look silly, but I like the clean design and it completely eliminates wind noise, which is a game changer for me, even though I'm a slug.

[@daneilsteenkamp6886]

Hi. Did you get the procen air? I have some hearing issues and am looking for ways to reduce wind noise. I cannot ride without a specific headband to cover my ears. Looking for a better solution and think the procen or procen air is it.

[@MarioKurill]

@@daneilsteenkamp6886 i got the procen air, and although I havent done any scientific test, the unbearable nosie is offset to speeds Im not capable of sustaining(very fast descends etc) What I can tell it doesnt offer as much ventilation but here in the UK that shouldn’t be a real concern.

[@daneilsteenkamp6886]

@@MarioKurill thanks so much for the feedback.

[@lyzedekiel8957]

Does it really cut of the noise? That's incredible. Can you put the link please?

[@faintscrawl]

I'm interested in a helmet with a visor so I can wear my prescription glasses under it.

[@Bukoe]

I am 100% on Team Comfort .. I dont Race my bike or try to win anything I just love riding my bike to burn off the Cake stay healthy and to push my self a bit.. 2-3 times a year I will join a 5-9 hour Race but my goal here is just to push me to the limit if what I can do I do not care if I spend 20 min more or less ..

[@kennethg9277]

This is the way; for us recreational cyclists (that is EVERYONE who doesn't have a sponsor 😂) a ride that takes a few minutes longer is actually a better workout for us

[@gneisenau89]

I'm 67 and in addition to being deep into the age groups have also entered the Clydesdale section of the peloton, figuratively speaking. I ride a Calfee Luna with Ultra components. When the bike was built up, including the pedals and bottle cages, it weighed about 8.4 kg. I've ridden it about 40,000 miles without the slightest problem with the frame or any of the components. I'd much rather have a slightly heavier carbon frame that will last than one that will crack at the least excuse, as I have seen some of them do.

[@leesloan8216]

I've been using a 53/39 chainset on a 11-18 rear block, since I was 16 I'm 55 now, never had an issue, but now I'm older I'm using 50/34 on a 11-25 rear block as ibroke back a few years back which put pay to my cycfor a few years.

[@Habana1114]

Even as a mechanic, i built my Winspace T1500 with the (semi) external cable routing option. MUCH more convenient for maintenance and to fit my travel case.

[@andrewrose9707]

Definitely agree with not smashing down too many gels and energy drinks. I find them great in moderation but excessive consumption finds me sitting on the toilet a few times after the ride... thankfully I haven't experienced that during a ride (yet)

[@grahamballard7041]

As an older rider 73 I actually use a 48/32 crankset with an 11/28 cassette it's perfect for me. A cadence of 100 gives about 50kph after that just freewheel!

[@DirkDierickx]

happy to see fueling mentioned, most yt video's on this topic go on about pro's taking in +100gr carbs/hour and claim you should do the same, which is absolute nonsense. most people don't even have and ftp that is as high as half the ftp of a pro, so no, you don't need to take in such a high volume of carbs since your energy output is much, much lower.

[@grahamballard7041]

That is a very valid point, I must admit I had not considered it. I do take gels with me, especially on a longer ride as I do simply find them more convenient and I struggle with solid food. I don't however consume anywhere near the amount they suggest. But with a very humble FTP it's probably enough.

[@christerohlsson9034]

Off course you shouldn’t take 100+g all the time you don’t race full gas all the time but more time in the saddle you need more per hour

[@oldanslo]

100gr carbs/hr is burned generating 100 Watts. And this doesn't include the fuel needed to maintain one's basal metabolism. So even riding at a modest cycling pace, you're riding at a caloric deficit.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

... YT videos* (plural, no apostrophe) otherwise completely agreed. If you ride three hours or less, you do not need to refuel while riding at all. And if the ride is longer you also do not need to replace every single calorie the moment you burn it.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

@@christerohlsson9034 Of* course ...

[@roivosemraiva]

thanks for setting us straight about all of this GEAR--- we are just," weekend Bike Riders". We are not PROS . enjoyed The Channel...

[@craigsmith5134]

Agree with most of this except the tires. Unless there's some extremely huge difference between the gp5000 tlr and the tt in terms of puncture protecting that I'm not aware of. That was probably the best single upgrade for speed I've done over the stock tires that came with my bike. I've had 1 puncture that sealant didn't 100% fix which I patched at home.

[@assylali9593]

the difference is: tt 220TPI in 2 layers, blackchili 330TPI in 3 layers, and almost 2 times cheaper

[@jwfriar]

Those STRs are pretty damn fast. I just moved back to them from Vittoria N.EXTs which are def slower but more puncture resistant. I love the STRs, but had been really rubbing thru them. I worried that the TTs would be really short life.

[@eddykuipers2971]

Great sensible advice. My 2011 and 2019 Giant TCR with ultergra, semi compact cranks are doing fine and dandy…nothing like beating those with all the gear!

[@douglaspate9314]

I have a 54/36 11-34 Dura-Ace on a Madone with an integrated cockpit and a Sram top of the line 50/37 10-36 integated cockpit on another Madone, live in the high mountains (Andorra). Both have "very slightly" slammed stems and sprint changers on both bikes and I can ride on the drops for ages. Both bikes are ex-Trek team. The second one did come with a 38cm -13 too slammed stem which I replaced. I'm 66

[@peters6119]

You should go with an endurance bike for the recreational rider who races the Gran Fondos a little, but most of the time needs comfort for those 80-120 km rides and can go pretty fast if you want. Definitely agree on not having a really aggressive geometry. As for tires, some of the best tires for both performance and durability aren't so expensive that I wouldn't get them. I'm on my second set of Continental GP tubeless tires. (The S TR right now), and I get almost two seasons out of them. Fast. Comfortable. Never had a flat in almost 4 years since going tubeless. Definitely agree on a compact chain ring with a slightly larger cassette. 50-34, and 11-34 for me. We are rarely in our largest gear and then not for very long so we don't need a big, big ring. And I'm quite happy with my Ultegra Di2. I don't think I would really notice the Dura-Ace weight difference but I would notice the ridiculous price difference. Finally, gels are great for those occasional times when I'm going to push myself harder and longer. I have about 10-15 rides per year where the gels help along with a second water bottle with electrolyte powder. I only buy one box of gels and they last me the year. . A few granola bars and a water bottle are sufficient for most rides. Find what works for you by making small adjustments until you feel right on a hard day

[@SteakandChains]

Crazy, I have a 53/39 and it has been great for me

[@edgarcook9607]

Moi aussi! Campagnolo Record. Also, Campy 13/27 Cassette. 21 year old components crafted from Aluminum & steel.

[@obsidianclorox]

Yeah I ride a 54/i forgot the other one just fine

[@troywalling8636]

This means you're a pro riding at professional cadence levels at any given gearing OR.... your cadence is that of the old-breed/old-man cadence, and more than likely not nearly as fast/efficient over a given period of riding. I ride at high cadence 90-100 +/- but my gearing is small because like most, I'm not professional level fast. I guess it's all preference, but also, I'm assuming that you're saying it works for you implies you're as fast as a pro. Au revoir

[@Totalavulsion]

@@troywalling8636it also depends where you ride

[@l.d.t.6327]

@@troywalling8636 you're assuming way too much. I ride both a 50/34 and 53/39 on 2 different bikes. I hugely prefer the 53/39 as my surroundings are mostly flat with little hills, and the 53 is much better for group rides. Any gear shift with the 53 is less increment compared to the 50. So on flat rides averaging around 35k/hr, mostly cruising around 40k/hr, the 53 works best, and the 39 with a 30 in the back is good enough for anything up to 10% / 2 km.

[@raneksi]

Agreed on aero cockpits. They also make it harder to attach addons that are designed to attach to a standard round handlebar.

[@lazykun_]

2 medium size bananas is actually a good comparison. Really appreciate it

[@profesormadyadrjohanudinla327]

Very informative and full with facts. Tqsm

[@john-draftanimal]

nose beak makes a lot of sense actually for being out in the sun on a long ride and is also used in old fashioned mountain climbing.

[@thomaskoiro6230]

The only ones encouraging us to "Be like the Pro's!" are typically the vendors & advertisers. Our families & friends, though, usually have a different opinion! 😂

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

... the pros* (plural, no apostrophe)

[@marcocastrejon7267]

Specially the wife 🤭

[@Fifty-one-Fifty]

I agree that I don't need any of this stuff because I'm not good enough for it to make a difference, but I have to say I love the look of the cockpits with integrated bars coupled with the disc brakes is so neat. Maintenance is another story though with headset replacement a bigger job due to the brake lines routed through the bearings

[@softpool1286]

i agree with everything youve said but i hate that i agree with the integrated cockpits because they make the bikes look just so good

[@kevinw1611]

I know my equipment is old, but it looks like we have run full circle on the chainrings. I've run a 53/39 for probably 20 years.

[@a1white]

The difference is the cassette at the rear

[@kevinw1611]

@@a1white I still run an 11-25

[@vueltaskelter414]

I've been riding for 40 years and I've gratefully adopted bike tech that has improved my amateur rides: clipless pedals, bike computers, better tyres and lighter group sets. I have a titanium bike with handbuilt wheels I can re-spoke myself and manual Campag record. When I'm riding abroad I can fix it all myself. Pro bikes are fragile. I've spent years nodding in sympathy with ride mates over their tales of broken carbon wheels, frames and bars, not finding the right disc pads in Spain, and electronic shifting that won't charge or that suddenly crashes. My attitude is that I'm not a pro, so a pro bike has more cons than pros for me as it isn't really improving my ride and when it goes wrong it is a real problem. I don't have a team car with a mechanic following me when I ride in France - so I keep it simple.

[@JamesR-vh8iu]

Boring 😂😂

[@mR.pHonkY.]

Integrated cockpit is an absolute nightmare if you do everything yourself. All connections have to be loosened every time and a day is definitely lost where you could otherwise drive

[@samtatge8299]

Thank you for translating from metric to Imperial.

[@0815ytacc]

As a rider that is blind as a mole, a visor helmet was my choice to see and have sun protection, without having to buy new glasses for sportive sunglasses once per year to match my eyesight (or lack thereof...). You can still opt for one that doesn't look like straight off a scifi movie too😅

[@programmer1356]

The nose guard looks good given the weather - cold and blood vessel damage, sun and cancer - either way, a guard seems sensible

[@TheCountrySteve]

According to the manufacturer it was developed to prevent rainwater getting under the glasses during classics races. So it's perfect for all conditions

[@susannawbary5540]

I thought I heard on GCN that the UCI flexed on that nose guard 🤣. Freaked them out too much. Anything new is no lol

[@jacobtaggart2164]

White bar tape is awesome.

[@desfoley6335]

As much as i'd love to have a top end comp bike, at 52 years old, it would be entirely wasted on me. I'm happy to be riding my Canyon Endurace AL7 rb, it's comfy but still lively, especially as i swapped out the stock wheels for Hunt's Race Aero wide wheelset. I'll probably stay in the Endurace range, hopping up to a Carbon Disc brake bike in a year or two

[@mikekent9488]

Great video. Thanks for sharing

[@VelosaJr]

The part of integrated cockpits are true.. but unfortunatly the majority of bikes already bring it!

[@naero1722]

Good info but there are new options. My 3ddtransitions Svelte bars angle drops inward, ultra aero and more hand positions.

[@edking4226]

That aero beak we could all use... too keep our beaks from sunburn lol.

[@EricLetbetter]

I would like to add, "Do not pass like Pidcock does in this clip" to this list. Maybe riding styles and techniques are a separate video.

[@gabrielcubillossilva7298]

this video is so good

[@SAnderson77]

I run a 54/40 with an 11-34 no problem great from the rolling roads of the south of the UK. In Majorca however this changes to a 52/36 maybe a 50/34. No slammed stem have about 20mm spacers. Pretty flexible but I am not sure I want to try a slammed stem I’m not in my 20s!

[@sandgroper1970]

I have a 2016 Trek Domane with Ultegra di2. The chainrings it came equipped with was the 50 /34 . I have changed those for the semi compact 52/36 . For my next bike I will definitely going aero, because yes they can have a bit harsher ride, but the roads I mostly ride are pretty good so I think some gel bar tape on carbon bars would dampen a lost of the fatigue causing vibrations through the hands, and most newer aero designs have some flex built in anyway to dampen some of bumps..

[@jared9977]

Areo bikes are the shit. Way more rock n roll lol

[@kreed4]

Wider tires is all you need for compliance. Dwarfs any so called benefit from a “compliant” frame.

[@frankvanzundert613]

I do have white bartape. Though, is does get greyish pretty fast. A good wash gets it all off and it will look as white as white can be again.

[@shirtlessGraveler305]

I don’t have my stem slammed on my 2013 Trek Madone , I ride in the drops a lot I try to maintain fitness and flexibility, which I don’t see a lot of riders being able to stay in the drops a long time and I also have a 53 , 39 group set w 11-25 cassette . Probably the thing that bothers me the most for the past 13 years of road cycling at my age is hand numbness, mostly my left hand. Yeah, I could probably ride a bike with a slammed stem, I’m flexible enough to, but how is your neck and shoulders gonna feel especially in a long ride or maybe if there’s some bumps you’re not gonna feel comfortable.

[@podratic]

There's white bar tape on the market that stays white even with minimal cleaning

[@unlockedbox3369]

What brand? I use white Fizik classic 2mm - LOVE it and stays white all season but I do use a magic eraser sponge when it gets black marks - so VERY CURIOUS what brand you’re referencing. Thanks in advance!

[@calvinjus7457]

I prefer White bar tape. Specialized Roubaix is thick and confortable. I clean it with water and soap in a washcloth and it is perfect

[@unlockedbox3369]

Thank you!!!

[@podratic]

@@unlockedbox3369 Cannondale has a silicone based white tape. I clean probably once a month. It really doesn’t require cleaning at all. They acquired it from Fabric.

[@billeterk]

Flats are pretty rare in my area but I’m a scaredy cat so I’ll always go grip first, then speed, then robustness

[@robertrjm8115]

Fully agree with your comments. In addition I would like to add that comfort on the bike is the most essential element for us amateur riders. If you feel comfortable on your bike you can ride more often, for longer and still be able to do other things instead of recovering after a ride. One might not be as fast but if you sum up the miles (or km) it still adds up to an excellent level of fun. And then, if you feel like it, put flat handlebars on your racing bike, use gravel shifters and MTB derailleurs, get rid of the clip pedals and use flat pedals (and toe clips) and break the mould, stand out and enjoy.

[@ExpertYouTubeCommentator]

visma Helmet will ALWAYS be funny and a meme! 😂

[@Perry_On]

I drink about 120g-160g CH an hour and haave no issues at all. Buit i got more power after a 3h ride. So pls copy it. You need energy and your can take way more than you expect. Try it

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

Are yo sure you get these numbers correctly or do you want to get fat from cycling? 160 grams of carbohydrates (sugar) are 640 kilocalories. You only burn about 600 kc per hour. There is no need to consume such large amounts of sugar during an effort.

[@Perry_On]

@@einundsiebenziger5488 ,mb you just burn 600, i got up to 800. And i am really sure, putting out 220 Watts an hour is more than 600 kCal. My body fat is at 8-9 % so what are you telling me? And the 160g was the upper limit, if i am at a race, while training its 120g. So 480 kCal per hour is just perfect to have constant power.

[@chriswitek9455]

Covering boa dials is quicker and is a relatively cheap way to save a few watts. More endurance focused bikes typically have slacker head tube angles as well. I like a twitchy front end over something that lags behind. A poc helmet wjth integrated visor is great If youre racing, but if youre not you likely dont even consider it. Gels and such are great for packing a lot of calories in a small space. 54 is not a massive chainring, if you live where its flat and spend your cruising north of 20mph youll be fine. You certainly wont "blow up your knees" hell mine were fine after a 4 hour climb at 55rpm.

[@dariuszj7813]

100% agree

[@a1white]

Totally agree with all of these. Comfort is key and unless money is no object, top tier groupsets and fully integrated cockpits should be reserved for pros and GCN presenters. I love my trusty steel endurance road bike 🙂

[@krissk77]

Comfort for me... 1st Comfort

[@ph1785]

I bought a endurace bike very comfortable, light weight , its a fast bike , it had 32 " for confort , just right for absorbing bumps. Probably could go faster with a thinner tire , but I am 65 , i am looking for comfortable ride .

[@makantahi3731]

i have standard 53/39 dura ace from 1995. and no problems for 26km/h, i drive 53-23 gears

[@zerog4261]

Sorry mate. Love white bar tape. Just keep re wrapping them😂

[@TiexinGuo]

I have issues with a few of them: Massive Chainrings - 46/33, 50/34 simply doesn't look nice. If you don't even enjoy looking at your bike, you probably won't ride it as much. I'm not saying everybody should get 54/40 chainrings but 52/36 is probably a decent middle ground. And let's face it: if you are not going to make it on 36, changing to 33 won't help that much. Race Tyres - This is the only thing that touches the ground, no matter you ride a $100 bike or a $20k bike. It's worth spending money on this. Similar for cars, yes you can get 40k miles with a economical set of tires but what's fun with that. You want those Yokohama AD09s that only last 10k miles. You know you do. Top-End Groupsets - If you can afford it, why not. Dura-ace looks nicer than "Ultegra", literally, not physically. Not to mention it's lighter, too. You SHOULD NOT buy top-end everything because the entry-level will just do. Except you should. What's the meaning of life if you settle with the entry level for everything? Come on it's your hobby it's worth it. White bar tape - again, aesthetics matter. Looking good is more important than riding fast because let's face it even if you ride faster you still won't be standing on the podium anyway. The Bikes - buying an endurance bike is like buying an SUV or volvo, it's simply saying you don't like cars, you just want something to commute in. You want the ferraries and lambos. If you are relatively fit, you will outgrow an endurance geometry pretty soon (or maybe you already did) because that frontend is XC MTB-high, and I'm not making this stuff up: Canyon Endurance size M stack 590, Canyon Lux size M stack 582. Super lightweight bits - Some upgrades are completely worth it, like TPU inner tubes. I'm not saying you should spend $1000 to save 10 grams but you can save some decent 100 grams with $20, why not. Integrated cockpits - aesthetics, same as above, plus nowadays many travel cases can take a roadbike without dismounting the handlebar. And how often do you cut your hydraulic disc brake hoses, really.

[@Tuffjobs]

I’ve been wearing Cav’s £1k aero socks 🧦 and I’ve gained 100 watts!

[@roadcc]

Only 100!?

[@phorest]

Ceramic bearings also need far more frequent regreasing maintenance.

[@pucuk1668]

spot on..

[@jacobpedersen2368]

im team all around :D

[@JP-mo3fb]

All good points. One other might be that the UK road cyclist’s average age is likely closer to 50 than 30. We’re not as flexible, probably not at our ideal weight and our metabolism will have aged too.

[@TeacherNickoy]

I was shock that pogacar has lower seatpost height than me and he is 176 and i am 172. Should i lower my seat height? I sometimes have knee pain especially in long climbs.

[@krbndlls]

man, it depends on your flexibility and anatomy. Longer legs - higher seatpost, more hamstring and lower back flexibility - higher seatpost. Overall, lower seatpost allows higher power output.

[@Pauleuh]

48/35 with 10 in the back is not a compact set it's a bigger ratio then 52/36 with 11 in the back.

[@tikkywikky]

A 48/35 with a 10/33 cassette is very similar with a 52/36 and a 11/34 casette

[@l.d.t.6327]

It's a compact, and specifically a compact with an unnecessary amount of chain friction.

[@leafan101]

I may not be riding as fast as the Tour de France pros, but I also don't ride in the Alps and Pyrenees. Where I live, large chain rings keep me in the middle of the cassette most of the time.

[@jayobannon5359]

Aero vs light weight should really be based on how fast you actually ride. If you ride at 17-18 mph, the aero benefits aren't much and if you are over 70, the lighter bike is the sure fire winner.

[@happyharry7331]

Had to laugh regarding getting the best chain line like it was a new thing. I remember Barry Hoban doing this for Paris roubaix but he changed the cassette to get the ideal chain line sprocket.

[@roadfert]

What shoes are you wearing in the beginning of the video?

[@adyb5438]

Team comfortable here!

[@leo-ms1tv]

jeez i loved my white bartape but its so dirty after a week or so :D

[@sleepdeprived9181]

GP5000 STR is very durable for a bald tire

[@markahles1580]

Solid tips! #11 pros on disc brakes (seem to be crashing a lot in TDF) with hefty price tag, squeaks and more weight. For the rest of us save money and brake smoothly at a lighter weight with rim brakes. They look cooler too.

[@YannickOkpara-d5l]

It’s only more expensive right now due to demand, lead times, shifts in production and the market being saturated with rim brake bikes that aren’t trending. I reckon it is actually cheaper to get a disc brake bike, if you want Carbon wheels - and much safer in the rain. Squeakiness should not be a problem for those who clean their bikes regularly.

[@paulgrimshaw8334]

Live in the past.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

While I am still happy with the rim brakes on most of my bikes, it is now almost impossible to get a decent new road bike without them. Rim brakes on road bikes are dead, hard to accept but that's the way it is.

[@paulgrimshaw8334]

@@einundsiebenziger5488 I’d be pissed if they didn’t work as well… but they’re better in every measure of performance. And my first disc brake bike is about one year and 2500 km old, so I feel like I’ve given them a decent enough workout.

[@markahles1580]

@@paulgrimshaw8334 I don't put slime in my 25c tires either. I go with what works best.

[@bbarber6845]

Team light weight.

[@edymarkonthego4096]

You should mention bike computer.

[@MNBKWORK]

things not to copy from the pros: crash 😂

[@Tuffjobs]

I always ride with a 60t chainring with a 10t on the rear. I never change down 👍💪👍

[@michaelarz277]

Real and true

[@fuzzi1002]

Neither lightweight nor aerodynamic... When I reach 10000 rpm, I will use ceramic bearings.....😂

[@living4adrenaline]

I roll with a 55T chainring, 48T is for the birds!

[@jonphotos8631]

The Poc helmet is a cool piece of kit!!!! Why ppl talk down on it idk.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

Because it's ugly, that's why!

[@RS-il5zw]

Fuelling, there is no way I would ever be capable of burning energy at the rate the pros do. Any Gels that i use are put into one of the water bottles - seems to work for me. As for lightweight - have purchased a set of lightweight wheels - just don't have the raw power/cardio duration to tackle some of the steeper climbs without them.

[@afroshredder]

The Cav BOA cover is actually the new Nopinz product....

[@tomkunich9401]

The common sports rider very rarely rides over 17 or 18 mph on flat ground what this means is that aero gains from anything other than a good set of aero wheels are practically non-existent. So buying ANY aero bike is silly and simply throwing away your money. Also, at these sorts of speeds you will find that a lb or two of weight difference makes almost no detectable difference. I do a lot of climbing in the San Francisco bay area and I have stopped getting carbon fiber bikes and gone back to metal bikes like my steel Basso Loto and a Moser M82. No aerodynamics but They weigh within 2 lbs of my Ridley Helium and my BMC SLO1. And at 80 I have given up on trying to ride faster than others. Professional racing is still interesting but it isn't for me and when someone comes by me at 20 mph I think that they are silly especially since they are riding half my yearly mileage. Climbing the local high mountains around here are limited FAR more by water and nourishment intake than weight of your bike. For most riders even drop bar bikes are problematic and upright posture is better and gives them more pleasure. Don't worry, be happy.

[@jakesimmons3453]

The only ones of the 10 I agree with are the tires and perhaps the chainring size. I wouldn't use the light, less puncture-resistant tires for training. Other than that, who are you to judge whether an integrated handlebar system, for example, is worth it for me?

[@tomprincen1987]

I still believe im not a regular mortal so i want to fit a 54. Not possible on ultegra :/

[@Niala8419]

We don't have a choice on integrated cockpits.

[@markmark2469]

I hate a compact crank sorry - got to be 52/36 at least. I have a bike that is 50/34 and it is way too small for me. Cadence is too high and power not good.

[@susannawbary5540]

“Don’t buy an integrated cockpit” All the available bikes: look at this integrated cockpit!

[@ivanjednobiegowiec7656]

Integrated cockpits looking great? Obviously the beauty is in the eye of the beholder...

[@gmdjo1436]

is there someone who can give me the name of the bike in minute 4:05?

[@CyclingGeek]

Literally shows you !

[@IThee-hw8oj]

TEAM "HEAVYWEIGHT."... For me, there's one rule: The components need to make my bikeride as comfy as possible. 2, 3 Kilo extra is no problem! I'm no pro, and have no ambition to be an pro. I just want to ride my bike comfy.

[@Niala8419]

Aero-beak 🐦

[@shakrmaker]

Pretty sure Cav is using unmarked NoPinz Hypersonic Tovershoes boa covers, not tape. They're only £39.99.

[@BurhanAyan-s9x]

Seeing this makes me wanna play lottery 😢 This sport is far expensive than running. To ride a good bike with good gear that makes you say "I don't need those upgrade. It doesn't worth it." is equals to 10 Nike Alphafly 3 Shoes min. Plus, the maintenance tools/bike shop repair etc. And don't make me start Zwift 😭 ( Running under bad weather much doable than biking, which requires a good cleaining afterwards)

[@lucasromano8422]

Dude… my endurace is ALOT slower than my Noah fast… the comfort the bike offers is northing compared to the speed You sacrifice. I use my endurace for gravel of bad weather rides. But in a fast groupride its worthless

[@jwfriar]

Agreed on my Roubaix vs my new Tarmac. Would never go back to an endurance bike.

[@GarryFam]

i wonder how's the rice cake taste like....

[@silentumexcubitor6747]

The AI doing the captions does NOT know the difference between "carbs", & "carbon", among MANY other such examples....just sayin', - you guys might wanna check that..... Good video, otherwise....

[@ianforber]

You could add carbon wheels to the list. People buy them because they’re convinced they’re needed for any performance bike. And they are ‘pro’. Unless you regularly race and are progress from Cat 4 up towards Cat 1, steel rims are all you need, as are rim brakes but they’re now so rare they are too expensive for most people to afford. I predict a swing back to rim brakes as a lot of people will need to buy a new bike 😁 Oh, and it’s Campag all the way!

[@chriswitek9455]

If you live in a flat area mid depth or deep carbon rims are a huge difference over box section alloys. I run 60s all the time and once they're rolling they stay rolling. They're fantastic and immediately noticeable right out of the box

[@gregjones3671]

In the end, your heart, athletic ability, and commitment to training will determine how fast and far you go. Not many things more embarrassing than someone tricked out in an over-the-top kit falling off the back of a hard-core pack of local bike animals on mid-range gear, or less.

[@gregjones3671]

BTW: Guitars are similar. You don’t ever want to show up at a group guitar jam and be the worst guitarist w the fanciest guitar.

[@2wheelsr2wheels39]

Even most pro's aren't as as fast as the pro's when you take away their peloton.

[@christianrivero446]

I wont be even copying or doing what you have proposed

[@davidross8233]

Laughing as the biggest chainring I’ve touched in years is a 36.