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Back Pain On Road Bike
Hello group, I have been riding a Mountain bike for about 3 years now.
I decided that I want to get a raod bike so I borrowed my mates for about 3 weeks now. Its the right size for me. But I find it very uncomfortable, and I get a sore back, where on the mountain bike I did not get any back pain. Is this normal, and will I get used to it ? I am not sure if I should go and buy a road bike if I will always get back pain, but like anything, maybe this is normal, and I will get used to it. Am I right ? Thanks for any feedback. Bill |
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Billy wrote:
Hello group, I have been riding a Mountain bike for about 3 years now. I decided that I want to get a raod bike so I borrowed my mates for about 3 weeks now. Its the right size for me. But I find it very uncomfortable, and I get a sore back, where on the mountain bike I did not get any back pain. Is this normal, and will I get used to it ? I am not sure if I should go and buy a road bike if I will always get back pain, but like anything, maybe this is normal, and I will get used to it. Am I right ? Thanks for any feedback. Bill It may depend on whether you have any back problems normally. I can no longer use drop handlebar positions due to a disc injury several years ago. Then again, your back may just be a little weak and need strengthening up. The usual treatments for back pain are flexibility exercises that stretch the hamstrings and back muscles and strengthening of the abdomen and back. Pilates, yoga and aerobic exercises may be of benefit to you. Maybe you should consult with a sports physiotherapist to get some advice on whether you have an underlying problem and the sort of treatments that can use. Peter -- Peter McCallum Mackay Qld AUSTRALIA |
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Billy wrote:
But I find it very uncomfortable, and I get a sore back, where on the mountain bike I did not get any back pain. Is this normal, and will I get used to it ? I had similar probs when I started on the road bike (secondhand), back was so sore I couldn't walk for 3 days. The two things I found were that it did take time to get used to the new riding position, but more importantly, regardless of whether the frame is the right size, the setup is vital. There's a few things that I changed such as seat height, seat position front-back, and a shorter headstem and I ended up with something that kept me going for 2 years. I understand some bike shops will setup the bike for you for a fee (or you could just buy a new bike and they'll do it for free . It took me 2 years to get to a point I was happy with. On the weekend I bought a new bike and over an hour had it setup. Remarkably when I got home and did some measurements the old and new bikes were setup almost the same. Save yourself 2 years of pain and effort and get a pro to do it. DaveB |
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DaveB Wrote: Billy wrote: But I find it very uncomfortable, and I get a sore back, where on the mountain bike I did not get any back pain. Is this normal, and will I get used to it ? I had similar probs when I started on the road bike (secondhand), back was so sore I couldn't walk for 3 days. The two things I found were that it did take time to get used to the new riding position, but more importantly, regardless of whether the frame is the right size, the setup is vital. There's a few things that I changed such as seat height, seat position front-back, and a shorter headstem and I ended up with something that kept me going for 2 years. I understand some bike shops will setup the bike for you for a fee (or you could just buy a new bike and they'll do it for free . It took me 2 years to get to a point I was happy with. On the weekend I bought a new bike and over an hour had it setup. Remarkably when I got home and did some measurements the old and new bikes were setup almost the same. Save yourself 2 years of pain and effort and get a pro to do it. DaveB actually sounds like its NOT the right size for you. either that or the seat height/handlebar reach need fiddling. welcome to the quest that will consume the rest of your life! :-) -- flyingdutch |
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flyingdutch Wrote: actually sounds like its NOT the right size for you. either that or the seat height/handlebar reach need fiddling. welcome to the quest that will consume the rest of your life! :-) ive been ridiging road bikes for two yers now and have allways had pain in my lower back, center and across the shoulders. i went to track cycles (southland) he took my measurements and changed my bike setup to suit, he also told me to rie with my chest thrusted forward. This change in spinal position lessedned my sore neck/shoulders but not my lower and middle back pain. i went to the chiro and had xrays taken, this showed a calcium buildup on my lowest virtabrae which restricted my flexibility and also a severe kink in the top of my spine which was caused by going over the handle bars head first into the ground (no helmet). he has worked on my back for about 4 weeks now and the change is amazing, i can touch my toes for the first time ever, which has increased my reach which inturn has made my position more comfortable and my middle back is now stiff rather than sore (getting there slowly) moral of the story, my chiro has helped heaps both for my positioning on the bike but in day to day life. quite expensive but worth checking out, you mite find there is a problem that you didnt know existed cos mtn bike position is so relaxed. initial visit $60 ongoing visit $40 x-rays $105 -- tonykara |
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"tonykara" wrote sip initial visit $60 ongoing visit $40 x-rays $105 Riding without pain, PRICELESS! Sorry, I'll go back to sleep now. Bow |
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Billy wrote:
Hello group, I have been riding a Mountain bike for about 3 years now. I decided that I want to get a raod bike so I borrowed my mates for about 3 weeks now. Its the right size for me. But I find it very uncomfortable, and I get a sore back, where on the mountain bike I did not get any back pain. Is this normal, and will I get used to it ? I am not sure if I should go and buy a road bike if I will always get back pain, but like anything, maybe this is normal, and I will get used to it. Am I right ? Thanks for any feedback. Bill Lower back pain often comes from too much lateral movement in the sacrum. Or, your hips might be rocking from side to side as you pedal. This would be particularly noticeable on hills, where you tend to push more. If your bike fits, you should be able to stay in position for extended periods without any hip movement. Maybe try low cadence stuff as well. Basically, if you get a good fit, and know the technique, you shouldn't have a problem. When you decide to go buy a bike, check with the list for good fit kits in your local area. Tam |
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Tamyka Bell wrote:
Billy wrote: Hello group, I have been riding a Mountain bike for about 3 years now. I decided that I want to get a raod bike so I borrowed my mates for about 3 weeks now. Its the right size for me. But I find it very uncomfortable, and I get a sore back, where on the mountain bike I did not get any back pain. Is this normal, and will I get used to it ? I am not sure if I should go and buy a road bike if I will always get back pain, but like anything, maybe this is normal, and I will get used to it. Am I right ? Thanks for any feedback. Bill Lower back pain often comes from too much lateral movement in the sacrum. Or, your hips might be rocking from side to side as you pedal. 2c. Is your seat just a tad too high? Assuming you are not riding technical with lowered seat, but general riding/commuting. |
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Back pain while biking is usually caused by poor biking posture. I would suggest you to improve your posture riding bike. If you still have the back pain, then you should consult a chiropractor. You can also visit http://myhhchiro.com, to know more about back pain and its treatments.
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On 29/04/13 13:37, mcklan wrote:
Back pain while biking is usually caused by poor biking posture. I would suggest you to improve your posture riding bike. If you still have the back pain, then you should consult a chiropractor. You can also visit http://myhhchiro.com, to know more about back pain and its treatments. Reduced flexibility also. Stretching the various muscle groups that attach direct to the spine and hips (assuming it's lower back) may alleviate discomfort. The psoas muscle in particular, can get shortened and cause poor posture and back pain. You often see professional racers stretch on the bike. They're not immune. -- JS. |
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