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1. Creating the right muscle tension
Basically, the handlebars are correctly positioned when the back muscles are in a position of so-called "pre-tension". The back and abdominal muscles must be actively tensed. In this way they can stabilise the spine and protect it from strain. Passive muscles are not able to perform this important function.
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2. Determining the inclination of the upper body
The inclination of the upper body depends on the individual cycling style. If you want to travel fast, you will prefer a flatter position. Recreational and urban cyclists favour a more upright back. Set the handlebar height that corresponds to the desired inclination.
3. Determining the angle of the upper arm and upper body
For the position on a city bike 75-80° is a good reference value. However, many people prefer smaller angles of up to 60° here (less support work for shoulders/arms/hands).
The upper arm/upper body angle is mainly set by the length and angle of the handlebar stem (the angle is also partly influenced by the shape of the handlebars).
4. Handlebar width
The basic rule: The handlebar width should be equal to the shoulder width. This is measured on the body from shoulder joint to shoulder joint and on the handlebars from the centre of the hand to the centre of the hand.
More about steering systems1. Creating the right muscle tension
Basically, the handlebars are correctly positioned when the back muscles are in a position of so-called "pre-tension". The back and abdominal muscles must be actively tensed. In this way they can stabilise the spine and protect it from strain. Passive muscles are not able to perform this important function.
Right
Wrong
2. Determining the inclination of the upper body
The inclination of the upper body depends on the individual cycling style. If you want to travel fast, you will prefer a flatter position. Recreational and urban cyclists favour a more upright back. Set the handlebar height that corresponds to the desired inclination.
3. Determining the angle of the upper arm and upper body
For the position on a city bike 75-80° is a good reference value. However, many people prefer smaller angles of up to 60° here (less support work for shoulders/arms/hands).
The upper arm/upper body angle is mainly set by the length and angle of the handlebar stem (the angle is also partly influenced by the shape of the handlebars).
4. Handlebar width
The basic rule: The handlebar width should be equal to the shoulder width. This is measured on the body from shoulder joint to shoulder joint and on the handlebars from the centre of the hand to the centre of the hand.
More about steering systems1. Creating the right muscle tension
Basically, the handlebars are correctly positioned when the back muscles are in a position of so-called "pre-tension". The back and abdominal muscles must be actively tensed. In this way they can stabilise the spine and protect it from strain. Passive muscles are not able to perform this important function.
Right
Wrong
2. Determining the inclination of the upper body
The inclination of the upper body depends on the individual cycling style. If you want to travel fast, you will prefer a flatter position. Recreational and urban cyclists favour a more upright back. Set the handlebar height that corresponds to the desired inclination.
3. Determining the angle of the upper arm and upper body
For the position on a city bike 75-80° is a good reference value. However, many people prefer smaller angles of up to 60° here (less support work for shoulders/arms/hands).
The upper arm/upper body angle is mainly set by the length and angle of the handlebar stem (the angle is also partly influenced by the shape of the handlebars).
4. Handlebar width
The basic rule: The handlebar width should be equal to the shoulder width. This is measured on the body from shoulder joint to shoulder joint and on the handlebars from the centre of the hand to the centre of the hand.
More about steering systems1. Creating the right muscle tension
Basically, the handlebars are correctly positioned when the back muscles are in a position of so-called "pre-tension". The back and abdominal muscles must be actively tensed. In this way they can stabilise the spine and protect it from strain. Passive muscles are not able to perform this important function.
Right
Wrong
2. Determining the inclination of the upper body
The inclination of the upper body depends on the individual cycling style. If you want to travel fast, you will prefer a flatter position. Recreational and urban cyclists favour a more upright back. Set the handlebar height that corresponds to the desired inclination.
3. Determining the angle of the upper arm and upper body
For the position on a city bike 75-80° is a good reference value. However, many people prefer smaller angles of up to 60° here (less support work for shoulders/arms/hands).
The upper arm/upper body angle is mainly set by the length and angle of the handlebar stem (the angle is also partly influenced by the shape of the handlebars).
4. Handlebar width
The basic rule: The handlebar width should be equal to the shoulder width. This is measured on the body from shoulder joint to shoulder joint and on the handlebars from the centre of the hand to the centre of the hand.
More about steering systems1. Creating the right muscle tension
Basically, the handlebars are correctly positioned when the back muscles are in a position of so-called "pre-tension". The back and abdominal muscles must be actively tensed. In this way they can stabilise the spine and protect it from strain. Passive muscles are not able to perform this important function.
Right
Wrong
2. Determining the inclination of the upper body
The inclination of the upper body depends on the individual cycling style. If you want to travel fast, you will prefer a flatter position. Recreational and urban cyclists favour a more upright back. Set the handlebar height that corresponds to the desired inclination.
3. Determining the angle of the upper arm and upper body
For the position on a city bike 75-80° is a good reference value. However, many people prefer smaller angles of up to 60° here (less support work for shoulders/arms/hands).
The upper arm/upper body angle is mainly set by the length and angle of the handlebar stem (the angle is also partly influenced by the shape of the handlebars).
4. Handlebar width
The basic rule: The handlebar width should be equal to the shoulder width. This is measured on the body from shoulder joint to shoulder joint and on the handlebars from the centre of the hand to the centre of the hand.
More about steering systems1. Creating the right muscle tension
Basically, the handlebars are correctly positioned when the back muscles are in a position of so-called "pre-tension". The back and abdominal muscles must be actively tensed. In this way they can stabilise the spine and protect it from strain. Passive muscles are not able to perform this important function.
Right
Wrong
2. Determining the inclination of the upper body
The inclination of the upper body depends on the individual cycling style. If you want to travel fast, you will prefer a flatter position. Recreational and urban cyclists favour a more upright back. Set the handlebar height that corresponds to the desired inclination.
3. Determining the angle of the upper arm and upper body
For the position on a city bike 75-80° is a good reference value. However, many people prefer smaller angles of up to 60° here (less support work for shoulders/arms/hands).
The upper arm/upper body angle is mainly set by the length and angle of the handlebar stem (the angle is also partly influenced by the shape of the handlebars).
4. Handlebar width
The basic rule: The handlebar width should be equal to the shoulder width. This is measured on the body from shoulder joint to shoulder joint and on the handlebars from the centre of the hand to the centre of the hand.
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