How To Set Up Your First Road Bike
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 18. 06. 2024
- Have you just ordered a brand new road bike? Or have you just got into cycling and picked up a bike second hand and want to adjust it's fit? In this video, Manon takes you through all you need to know to be out on the road cycling in no time!
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I want to thank the GCN for these types of content. I always wanted to start cycling since i am already a motorcyclist and an overweight person. Before binge watching this channel, i thought road bikes were just for pros and that they weren't much fun at all but just for speed... anyways i got my first road bike this year and i couldn't believe how much fun it is to ride. I already lost 9 kgs! My life has changed, thank you GCN
Love to hear!!
Any progress since you started? Still riding?
It's good to hear that Manon has the sweetest of birdsong in her garden compared to Si's pigeons, crows and magpies making an awful racket.
The birds, they're screaming!
I envy that bike... have fun!
Manon is Princess Snow White; she attracts only sweet and adorable songbirds. đ
Any Alliums?
Blackbirds
I know Im asking the wrong place but does someone know a way to get back into an instagram account..?
I was stupid forgot my password. I would love any help you can offer me.
Fantastic having Manon do these videos. We have enough vids with blokes, a competent woman presenting well is a breath of fresh air. Bravo
A man is called a bloke and if I were to refer to a woman by something insulting like that, it would be derogatory. Treat people with respect.
@@13ballom since when is bloke considered derogatory? Or even slightly insulting?
I've never known 'bloke' to be derogatory... I'll agree with OP that it's a nice change up, though! She's a great presenter, too, and that ALWAYS helps!
@@13ballom Bloke isn't an insult, it's just a synonym for dude.
I'm starting to love Manon more and more with each video. Her outtakes are funny!
She is getting better and better in every video for sure. I wonder if she ever ridden for a test team ?
What a great presenter! I really like that she keeps it super chill whilst being informative and useful
Manon killin it with her quarantine content. Another great video
The shoelace at 2:34 got my heart rate up to 170.
For real...
yes! one of my bikes is a fixed gear and shoelace in chainring+chain on that is instant crash. not much fun with a freewheel either of course :-)
Playing with fire there
Fun Fact: Just put a little MAN when your lace gets caught, it will rip but you won't kiss the asphalt. Or get proper shoes.
Is just me...or ....y'all feel so refresing when sein a women talking about bikes as well!?
I love it â€đŽââïžđđ»
I just bought my first road bike today, what good timing this video is!
What bike
First thing I'd did on my allez elite was install 105 calipers. Didn't do much so now I have koolstop salmon pads coming in and we will see how that goes.
@@cobrabos2418 2nd Hand Cannondale CAAD 9
i just ordered mine online today
Same, just bought one 8 hours ago đ€©
Anyone else think Manon is fast becoming their favourite presenter on GCN?
well i like her, but she's never gonna beat ollie ;)
Manon's cool, but I missed Matt's humourous style.
Simon is my favorite, but Manon is definitely A Team.
I don't know how to explain it but I like watching some more than others. I also miss Chris.
I agree Simon and Ollie are also great and for me Matt is irreplaceable but Manon is doing a fantastic job too
Good work GCN ..
Yep. She's not trying too hard to be funny which I personally prefer.
Great video! Loving the outtakes too, brings a sense of realism that we can all relate to đ€Ł
I like Manon's voice. I love her funny side. She, as well as other members on the channel, are great presenters.
Thanks!
Great video! As a returner to biking it's been 15 years since I've done any of this, so I really appreciate videos like this. Thanks GCN!!
Just got my first road bike so this video will help me sooo much !
I've been cycling to work for almost ten years and just yesterday I watched this video and thought, I should try and adjust my bicycle following these instructions, to make it suitable for me. I also changed the saddle from that original comfort saddle to more road bike kind of saddle and I was blown away.
My cycling time to work decreased by two minutes and most importantly: cycling made me feel bad in a good way, rather than feeling bad in a bad way (I cycle to exercise so tempo most be hard) . Thank you GCN for these good videos and I also subscribed to your channel.
I want to say thank you to GCN for the quality of your videos, I come from a BMX and Mountain Bike background and over the last few months I have purchased a Used Felt Road bike on Ebay and built it up with components that I feel are good quality based on the reviews and videos that GCN has put out, But by far the biggest advancement in comfort was made today, based on the older videos I watched I saw SI review the Fizi:k saddle line, which led me to the Fizi:k website and the saddle finder that they have, based on the video GCN produced about the Sit bones I was able to measure myself and input everything needed including the type of riding I wanted to do, Fizi:k recommended an Argo Tempo R1 150mm saddle and I found it online for sale for $161, now at first I thought that was a lot of money to put out for a saddle, but after installing it and using this current fit video plus a couple of the older ones I was able to get the saddle set up and set out on an hour long test ride on Zwift. My wallet was saying I spent too much money but my ass is saying thank you and I would have spent double to reach this level of comfort. Thank you for the great videos, great content, and great people you have at GCN. Keep up the great work!!
Super helpful video. I've been riding for years, but I've learned about adjustments mostly via trial and error. This is def valuable, but having this video to fill in gaps and correct misunderstandings was great. Thanks for making it đđœ
Just got my first road bike (entry level Btwin 520 I think) last week. Excellent timing because just changed out brake cables and bar tape, and adjusted the rim brakes, rear derailleur and saddle position today.
That lady has it! Well done GCN and thanks for you recruit her.
Different worlds....but we share the same inspiration...ride with joy and grow strong....explore and earn pride....Thanks Manon for the inspiration and knowledge...more power to GCN...stay safe...this is Ralphe from the Philippines
Thanks so much for this Manon! Top presenter and great information.
Saddle height top tip which worked for me after months of feeling awkward. In bare feet measure your inside leg from the floor to the top of you arch if you know what I mean. Then multiply that by 109%. That measurement is then taken from the pedal top when the peddle is at the lowest point to the top of your saddle. It made an incredible difference to me and my comfort and efficiency etc.
Good video re setting up a new bike. But probably not the best bike to do it with. Most out there probably wouldn't have realized that when lowering the cockpit height the fork steerer has been cut down. But all in all informative.. Love the colourway indeed..
Thanks my first gravel bike should arrive next week so very good video for me !
Thank you very much ! this was very helpful
Really helpful, thank you â„ïž
Thanks.. this very helpful đ
Very helpful. Thank you !
nice video....... its like reliving that special moment.. when i had my first bike.....
Love watching that Brit, easy on the eyes and knowledgeable indeed.
This comes at the perfect time, with my new favorite presenter from GCN. Ordered my first road/gravel/commuter bike this week, a Stevens Vapor Force. So excited!!!
That's the bike I'm saving for! Love it and the video!
Manon is dropping some great content, keep it coming!
Great info, thanks for doing this!!
Very useful guide, thank you very much!
Great introduction to bike set up. While I think my set up is good, it reminded me to check out how things feel and do a quick check using these pointers. Thanks Manon!
Stunning bike ! Great job choosing you're design.
Great content ,enjoying your videos Manon đ
Awesome guide, thank you!
The best channel everâ€ïžđ„
First, ALWAYS use a torque carbon parts! This is an absolute must! Over torque and you void the warranty, then you just have a pile of bike parts.
Second: one pedal is reverse threaded, the simple way to remember how to put on pedals is to pedal backwards to put them on while holding the pedal, pedal forwards to take them off.
At the end of this video you should very much recommend a professional fit when these bizarre times are over. Nothing can replace a good professional bike fit.
Again, always use a torque wrench!
Unpopular Opinion: bike fits should come with all new bikes. All this stuff should've been done at the shop during delivery.
@@thatsounditmakes9177 Proper bike shops will do this.
i ordered myself a triban rc 120 and it should arrive tomorrow! im so excited, the only bikes ive ever used never had any seats (cause they got stolen), so im pretty happy if i get one at all, so only upgrades for me hahaha
Nice, Iâve just inherited an almost unused Zeus roadbike that looks like itâs from the mid 90s but has really great components, Iâve been a mountain biker all my life so the position feels awkward but Iâm going to use your advice to go and try and set it up.
Incredible property! Really helpful video too...
Most bikes sold at a bike shop include a bike fit. All the shops I visit do at least. I should probably schedule one to adjust my bike - I've got different pedals, and saddle since then.
Great video; the camera adjusting bit was everything
Really helpful and great Video Manon. And you a have a great bike taste :D
Love the color choice Manon. Sweet! đ
Thanks. Great video :)
Thanks! The outtake in the end was good. :D
I gotta say, the content is terrifically informative but the outtakes are the best part
Manon you are an absolute gem
Super helpful vid, and nice new bike!
I would recommend working with an experienced mechanic when setting up your first road bike. That might not be possible in Covid lockdown so this video is first rate. All of the adjustments Mannon makes are important but seat height is absolutely critical. My problem is an old sports injury has left one leg a little longer than the other. That creates a fitting problem which is why I always consult an experienced bike fitter. If memory serves Emma Pooley had the same sort of disparity in leg length. When she had her bike fit the fitter commented that her success as a pro was surprising because of her different leg lengths. In that video she said she hadn't had a formal bike fit before, but I suspect she had first rate mechanics and coaches who had noticed and made appropriate adjustments specially for her.
I like your approach; such as, you suggesting clip-less pedals to an audience, of a good share, who've just started to ride a road bike.. the older generation. Who'll come to a stop... and fall over.
Iâm optimistic about how the gold chain will look on your bike soon đ
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Goldie Looking Chain
3:15 that smooth chain tho
Thatâs a sick new bike! Congrats Manon
Very good and informative video, I would add something that happened to me though, I just got my brand new bike for Christmas and as you said, it was previously assembled by my local vendor, despite my bike isn't a professional or hi end type, it is more a medium gamma type of bike, it has shimano deore systems which I found they're very good, how ever, after I set my bike for the very first ride I hoped on and the tires were too deflated but then I realized that I didn't know what the tire pressure should be, so I had to look it up on the internet and there were too many tables and different values, mine is a mountain bike, I'm 1,75 m tall (around 5ÂŽ10") and 92 Kg. my bike's wheels are 29" so I found they should be somewhere between 18 and 28 psi, therefore I started from the bottom but 18 was still too low and felt like the bike was being break so I had to increased the pressure up to 28 psi in order to feel it more loose whilst not pedaling. In summary maybe you could include the pressure info for the tires, just a suggestion, great video again and I surely will be watching more. Happy new year and the Covid be extinguished this year.
I got here from GMBN... IÂŽm not even a road biker, but I enjoy watching these videos because of the charming lady presenting it !
Awesome tips đđ
Manon is just lovely.
To add the the clipless pedal. If you buy Crank Brothers egg Beaters. They are 4 sided. Just like egg beater attachment on a food processor. I usually use mountain bike pedals as I find if easier to walk in. Plus if I do use my Look Keo pedals I turn into a bad copy of Matt Stevens. đđ€Ł
Manon exudes the joy of cycling!
Love the enormous chainring
You should of mentioned about the crank length, stem length and handlebar width on your new bike as being important in having a comfortable ride. Cheers đ„
Yes! Got my first bike today! #midlifecrisis
Tnx for the tips! I was expecting for the shop to set up the bike, but they did not. So tnx for this video, i will take me a long way!
Love this girl!
This video is very pleasing to watch when you are waiting for your new bike to be ready
Manon, Excellent video.
Setting up the saddle height was just the right info for me.
Loved the outtake đ
Great tutorial. Could you do a video about why you decided on that brand and specific model and its features and cost?
Thanks!
THanks A LOT
We love manon đđŒ
Moves camera towards her "why did I ever think that was going to work" đ€Łđ€Łđ€Ł
I just got one of these! Popped it in the bike vault
#inspiration the background at the end makes me want to get out on the bike!
I have destroyed my shoulders working construction. High, high handlebars. 2006 Giant 0cr 3. My first road bike and still the one I ride the most. Crazy adjustable bar stem.
great video!!!
Love manon video dont skip ads
This is so informative! Thanks GCN and great presenter, Manonâ„ïž. Love the bts in the endđ.
Btw, may I know how tall are you, Manon?
Thanks so much! Mabuhay from the Philippinesđ
The "lock down" videos have been so good. When we're all allowed back to work I hope GCN maintains this format. đ
There could not be better timing with this video, with literally everyone buying bikes
"why did I think that was going to work". Thanks for sharing that clip. đđđđđ
Manon
Surprised to see non-toxic comment session on youtube!
great video, thanks a lot!
Thanks Nick :) We're really lucky to have a great community as well
Back on a bike first time in 10 years. Thank you Manon. The birds are singing again.
Those forks are so cool, I bet they're mega aero because the air wants to be seen with them as long as possible.đ
I Manon has a great style that suits her, very natural, unforced and straight forward.
I think it's an interesting contrast to Simon, who I also greatly enjoy, who does his videos with a smile and a wink.
Different but both really engaging to watch.
Those *bike bling* forks! đđ
That blooper at the end hahahaha amazing đ
Perfect đđ
great video
Nice to hear the birds singing away too đđ»
Great series of GCN "how to" videos and training sessions Mannon - please can I have some more. Is that an orca or orca area? What the spec on the groupset and chain ring.
Orca Areo even!
New to cycling and after getting a smart trainer, I discovered my âcomfortable â saddle position was not. I was getting a tight feeling just above the knee. I have incrementally increased the height of my saddle [about 25mm over a week] and was surprised my avg power has increased and new muscle groups are getting sore. I wasnât sure I would be a candidate for a bike fit as I am not and never will be a competitive cyclist, however given I feel better and perform better on the trainer I believe it would increase my enjoyment of cycling if I did.
You don't need to be a competitive cyclist to benefit immensely from a proper bike fit. In fact, it's you as a new cyclist who would likely benefit more as a proper fit may address issues you weren't even aware you were having. It's well worth the time and money to find somebody who knows what they're doing.
the ideal saddle position heel test does not apply to every rider some like myself use our ankle movement in the pedal stroke increasing the length of the leg so you may get pain of a low saddle, generally above knee pain is saddle to low and pain behind the knee is saddle to high. one sided knee pain is a good indicator of a leg length difference. A bike fit is a good idea but they will be limited by the bike you currently have fit wise.
Welcome to cycling! Hope your enjoying it so far! Just to let you know 25mm adjustment is MASSIVE, a 5mm adjustment is far far better, as you can get more accurate, believe me 5mm makes a HUGE difference when you get up to doing 50m rides.
Thatâs a damn nice bike
Keep at it