11 Ways To Make Your Bike More Comfortable

Let’s be honest, long rides can get uncomfortable. And bikes don’t always fit perfectly right out of the gate. But there’s hope. With some simple parts changes, speciality components, and proven techniques, it’s possible to make your bike more comfortable for long haul rides and bikepacking trips. In our latest video, Neil shares 11 methods, products, and ideas.

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Outline:
Intro: 0:00
Pro Bike Fit: 0:41
The Right Saddle Width: 1:27
Swap Stems: 2:22
Tire Volume: 3:45
Upgrade Tape / Grips: 5:01
Other Hand Options: 5:50
Alt Bars: 6:46
Suspension Post: 7:28
Suspension Stem: 8:54
Frame Material: 9:42
Be You: 10:55

Mentioned Links:
SUSPENSION SEATPOSTS: A COMPLETE LIST, TESTED AND EXPLAINED - https://bikepacking.com/index/suspens...
29+ BIKES (THE COMPLETE LIST) - https://bikepacking.com/index/29-plus...
LIST OF COMFORT MTB HANDLEBARS (ALT BARS) - https://bikepacking.com/index/comfort...
THE COMPLETE LIST OF GRAVEL BARS AND A GUIDE TO FLARED DROP BARS - https://bikepacking.com/index/gravel-...

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