Generally the research says wonky rings don't do much.
But I've always wondered the interaction between non-round rings, seat height/position and crank length.
When your seat is lower/aero position particularly, there is more compromise at the top of the stroke, in this situation a non-round ring which minimises this and increases load in the 2-4oclock position would surely be more beneficial than its use on a road bike with a more open hip angle. correct?
anyone else found this?
I also find the relationship with short cranks interesting, I find it much easier to put out power with short (155) cranks on non-round ring as it keeps me in the power phase longer, which I find with the short cranks can be a problem, as you sometimes feel like you haven't got time to apply full force
any thoughts?
But I've always wondered the interaction between non-round rings, seat height/position and crank length.
When your seat is lower/aero position particularly, there is more compromise at the top of the stroke, in this situation a non-round ring which minimises this and increases load in the 2-4oclock position would surely be more beneficial than its use on a road bike with a more open hip angle. correct?
anyone else found this?
I also find the relationship with short cranks interesting, I find it much easier to put out power with short (155) cranks on non-round ring as it keeps me in the power phase longer, which I find with the short cranks can be a problem, as you sometimes feel like you haven't got time to apply full force
any thoughts?