A saddle that is too high will cause the hips to rock back and forth. Not only does this detract from pedalling efficiency, but it can also be extremely uncomfortable. Discomfort can show up in your lower back or as knee pain (especially in the back of the knee).
Is it better to have bike seat higher or lower?
The best height for one's saddle is the right height. You'll generate less power, and it might be slightly worse for triathletes because a too-low saddle height will also end up closing off your hip angle, but what you won't do is increase your risk of injury.
Why do people put their bike seats so high?
But, why are mountain bike seats so high? Generally, the seat of a mountain bike is kept at a higher position than other bike types, to decrease the power needed for the pedal to work smoothly. Thus it increases the overall effectiveness of the pedal power and results in increasing the overall efficiency.
How high should the seat be on a peloton bike?
For seat height, a nice starting point is to line the bike seat height up with your hip bone. This is not always an accurate end point, but a good starting point; you can adjust from here. You may need to lower the seat a couple of settings, depending on how straight your leg is once you clip into the bike.Sep 1, 2020
Where should seat be on peloton?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5x4DADahBn0
How do I know if my peloton seat is too high?
To adjust your seat height, turn the lever below the seat to the left. Move the seat to your desired height - if you are adjusting your seat for the first time, we recommend that you set your seat height to be aligned with your hip bone when standing next to the Bike.