Philosopher Ivan Illich, in
his essay Energy and Equity, wrote:
Man on a bicycle can go three or four times faster
than the pedestrian, but uses five times less energy in
the process. He carries one gram of his weight over a
kilometer of flat road at an expense of only 0.15
calories. The bicycle is the perfect transducer to match
man’s metabolic energy to the impedance of locomotion.
Equipped with this tool, man outstrips the efficiency of
not only all machines but all other animals as well.
That’s pretty remarkable. Yet,
what Ivan doesn’t mention is that if this most-efficient
machine isn’t properly adjusted, you could suffer serious
discomfort such as a numb bum, burning feet, stabbing knee
or back pain, sore hands, achy shoulders and a stiff neck.
Yikes! And with these afflictions, instead of zipping down
roads and trails effortlessly, you may well wobble along
like a top-heavy wheelbarrow.
Don’t panic, you can check out the chart below or come in
for a professional fit from one of our staff members. You
shouldn’t put up with a bike that doesn't fit properly, we can
help. Cycling shouldn’t hurt
if it does you should come see us and we will try to get you
riding again, pain free. |
