On Tue, 19 Oct 2004 22:22:12 GMT, wrote:

Badger South writes:

I haven't learned the 'quiet upper body' phase yet, but it seems
like that's next.

That's called the "nothing moves but my legs" syndrome, a fetish among
beginners and only on short grades. I have ridden many long climbs in
the Alps and never seen anyone ride like that near the top although
some riders start out that way.

A little while ago there was this Tour dee France race that went up a hill
called the Alp du Wheeze and this German fellow Jan Ullrich, came in second
place going up it riding just like you said nobody rode.

Then again, that was Jan Ullrich and not someone that normal people should hope
to emulate. Actually it was an amazing display of power and torque even for a
pro.

Get out and ride and don't worry about form. That will come naturally
if you hurry when riding. This is especially true if you ride with
someone who's a bit faster.

A lot of truth to that. There are bad/stupid habits to be avoided, but first get
strong then worry about looking like you've got style.

Ron

Jobst Brandt