i am just wondering what 'spinning' is when riding a mountain/racing bike?
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declan
'Spinning' is the ability to keep your pedals moving at a fast rate (70+ rpm) with MODERATE pedal pressure. This technique, on road or mountain bikes, allows modern riders to do both distance with speed, and little fatigue.
The key is to keep the pedal rate, and the pedal pressure the same over the entire length of our ride. You do this by shifting up and down as necessary to keep these two issues, rpm and pedal pressure, in balance.
Here is a primer I did on the subject several months ago. It may further illustrate.
The right hand gears control the rear (wheel) cogs. The larger cogs are easier (lower) and the small ones are the harder (higher) and faster gears. The left hand controls the three gears (chain rings) attached to the pedal. You use the smallest one only for going up steep hills. You use the larger two for the flats and down hills.
On a mountain bike I would almost always be in the biggest chain wheel (controlled by the left hand) and I would use the right hand gears to keep my spin rate and pedal pressure. SEE BELOW
Pedaling is the most important part of riding. You spin the pedal at a high cadence of 70+ rpm with moderate pedal pressure. You use the gears to maintain that same cadence and pedal pressure through out your ride, on all terrain. Do not 'mash' the pedals.... pedaling at too slow of a rate in too high / hard of a gear.
Read up on spinning and shifting, or ask in this forum. It is the key to your being able to ride distance, with speed, without fatigue.
Soccerref
declan
'Spinning' is the ability to keep your pedals moving at a fast rate (70+ rpm) with MODERATE pedal pressure. This technique, on road or mountain bikes, allows modern riders to do both distance with speed, and little fatigue.
The key is to keep the pedal rate, and the pedal pressure the same over the entire length of our ride. You do this by shifting up and down as necessary to keep these two issues, rpm and pedal pressure, in balance.
Here is a primer I did on the subject several months ago. It may further illustrate.
The right hand gears control the rear (wheel) cogs. The larger cogs are easier (lower) and the small ones are the harder (higher) and faster gears. The left hand controls the three gears (chain rings) attached to the pedal. You use the smallest one only for going up steep hills. You use the larger two for the flats and down hills.
On a mountain bike I would almost always be in the biggest chain wheel (controlled by the left hand) and I would use the right hand gears to keep my spin rate and pedal pressure. SEE BELOW
Pedaling is the most important part of riding. You spin the pedal at a high cadence of 70+ rpm with moderate pedal pressure. You use the gears to maintain that same cadence and pedal pressure through out your ride, on all terrain. Do not 'mash' the pedals.... pedaling at too slow of a rate in too high / hard of a gear.
Read up on spinning and shifting, or ask in this forum. It is the key to your being able to ride distance, with speed, without fatigue.
Soccerref
What's the difference between a spin bike and stationary bike?
crecentrol
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Usually the main difference between a spin bike and a stationary bike is the amount of technology involved. Spin bikes normally have fewer electronics, meaning that you are in control of your own speed and resistance the whole time. However, spin bikes often have more parts of the bike that you can adjust to ensure that your body is in a good position.
If you want to simply be able to push a few buttons and have the bike's resistance change automatically (hill or interval program), then a stationary bike might be a better option. Many stationary bikes also have the ability to measure your heart rate, which is a really good bonus as well.
It sounds like you could probably try the spin bike again and maybe try to adjust the handles and the seat position to make it better for your back. But, if that doesn't take the pressure off of your back, then go for the stationary bike. Other factors can come into play that could cause pain in your low back, such as too much or too little resistance, poor posture, or an unstable core.
You really just have to weigh the pros and cons to see what machine would be best for you... I personally like the spin bike better, but it's completely up to you
Usually the main difference between a spin bike and a stationary bike is the amount of technology involved. Spin bikes normally have fewer electronics, meaning that you are in control of your own speed and resistance the whole time. However, spin bikes often have more parts of the bike that you can adjust to ensure that your body is in a good position.
If you want to simply be able to push a few buttons and have the bike's resistance change automatically (hill or interval program), then a stationary bike might be a better option. Many stationary bikes also have the ability to measure your heart rate, which is a really good bonus as well.
It sounds like you could probably try the spin bike again and maybe try to adjust the handles and the seat position to make it better for your back. But, if that doesn't take the pressure off of your back, then go for the stationary bike. Other factors can come into play that could cause pain in your low back, such as too much or too little resistance, poor posture, or an unstable core.
You really just have to weigh the pros and cons to see what machine would be best for you... I personally like the spin bike better, but it's completely up to you
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