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The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

Episode 194: Shorter Cranks and Narrower Bars for Optimal Cycling Performance?

May 1, 2024
34:05

Topics Covered In This Episode:

  •  Why shorter cranks and narrower bars?
  • Determining the right road, gravel, MTB handlebar width
  • Recommendations for amateur and time-crunched cyclists
  • What is crank length and why it matters
  • Benefits of shorter cranks
  • Should cranks on all your bikes be the same length?
  • Bonus: How do you choose a good saddle?

Guest:

Renee Eastman is a CTS Premier Level Coach and has been coaching with the company for more than 20 years. She has been a professional bike fitter for 15 years and was one of the first fitters to use the Retül bike fit system. She has a master's degree in exercise science, has worked for USA Cycling, and is a 6-time Masters National Champion.

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Host
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.

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