Standing up on the pedals.....I've changed my mind.

[chris-s]

A sign of weakness?
POWWWWWWWWWWWER!
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Simply awesome - oh for legs like those!

 

[Spinney]

Simply awesome - oh for legs like those!

I like the 2010 finish better - camera alongside the final bit, and someone in red/pink (Thor?) gradually overtaking someone. Then in the background there is just this white blur going past as if the others are sitting still!

 

[summerdays]

It's also worth remembering that when you are out of the saddle you are more eye-catching to other road users (due to both lateral movement and an increased profile). I like getting out of the saddle for this reason when commuting.

I don't stand when going up hill apart from very very short sections some times, however I love standing going downhill on certain hills ... wind in your hair etc. But one of the times that I think standing is very useful is at junctions - especially very parked up ones where standing gives you a clearer view and also motorists a view of you too.

 

[GrasB]

I`m like Sean Kelly i am so strong i wear out chains quickly , hold on a second that was a nice dream

I went from 1000-2000 on 9spd to 2500-4000 mile chain life on 10spd by changing the way I cleaned & lubricated my chain (not using chain cleaning tools or degreasers)

 

[Roadrunner78]

I hardly ever stand up. I did when i had my fixie tho.