gona race my mtn bike on road...need some conversion tips!!

[Anonymous]

I'm gona do the Triathlon in Newport this May. I do not own a road and dont really know anyone who does and its too expensive to demo or rent.

Plus I like my bike and I'm used to it.

So the frame is an Intene Tracer with a lockout in the rear.

The only thing I've done so far is put on light flat bars.
Maybe a low rise stem?

I'll obvisouly get slicks for the tires....any recommendations?

What else can you suggest for me!!!!

Thanx heres a pic so you know what your working with?

http://community.webshots.com/photo/170541659/170547741EMJVDw

 

[JamR]

I think the only real detriment will be the limit of your big ring. The guys running 52 or 53 teeth will have a big advantage.

 

[Von-Skipp]

ok that was me by the way.. Just didnt log in...


Ya i know what you mean... So you do have any ideas of getting a hold of a road bike?

But, I just dont want to race on it, I'd like to train on it and get used to it.

thanx

 

[JamR]

ok   that was me by the way..  Just didnt log in...


Ya i know what you mean...   So you do have any ideas of getting a hold of a road bike?

But, I just dont want to race on it, I'd like to train on it and get used to it.

thanx

I have a classic Bianchi you're welcome to. It's got some pretty agressive gearing for speed and I'm still running sew-ups which roll really smooth.

If you're interested, all I need to do is refresh the glue on the rims and you're good to go.

 

[DeadlyStryker]

if your staying with your bike, get a bigger ring and put lots of air in your shock/fork. maybe grab some skinny wheels?

 

[TheFarLeft]

maybe get some drops and road stem.

weight is probably going to be the biggest problem.

 

[TURNERob]

Are you planning on getting serious about triathlons? You really should look into getting a road bike to train on. It is going to be hard to compete seriously on a mountain bike considering the weight and gearing. I've been considering selling my road bike. I have an '03 Scattante CFR, carbon fiber frame (56cm) sweet bike but just don't ride it enough.....the thing is like brand new. PM me if you're interested.

 

[miznaxxx]

It also has the clip on aero bars. Perfect for tri's and road training.

 

[i am dino]

I'm sure rob would give you a really good deal. I can vouch for the bike being in primo condition, he takes good care of all 5 of his bikes.