Are aero bars necessary?
I am training for my first HIM (70.3 Boulder in August). I have a wonderful Ibis Silk bike but do not have aero bars. Should i invest in aero bars or can I do without? I understand there is a slight loss of power in the aero position but compensated by less wind resisitance. Any thoughts would be appreciated?
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Permalink Reply by Bill on -
Yes, they are going to help. I did the race in 2007 but the route is exactly the same. Once your out of the lake access road and heading to the foothills there is a looong hill (3+ mi at about a 3-4% grade) and the bars will help. The ride along the foothills heading east (miles 4-12) are good rollers and bars are of little uses and a great down hill once you turn south (drops for sure 40 mph+). Then you will use your areobars for the rest of the loop back to the lake. I will be on the areobars for about 2/3 of the ride.
BTW, I'm doing the race again this year, see you there!
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Permalink Reply by Miguel Vieira on -
Mark, the difference is massive with the aerobars. Do invest and you will notice the difference. You can spend $50 or so in a decent set of bars.
Good luck!
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Permalink Reply by Denise Brooks on -
I have them on both my road and tri bikes and I do NOT lose power when in them, I gain power and speed by at least 2 MPH. I have had them fit to me by a pro so there is no discomfort in my arms or shoulders. I am confidant that I will be able to complete the bike portion of IM CDA with these and feel good at the end of the bike leg.
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