Subject: RE: Yes, another stupid newbie question... Keep in mind: 1) You're not a pro cyclist/triathlete 2) They're volunteers, not a dedicated support team Slow down, they should hold the bottle out and you grab it as you ride by s.l.o.w.l.y! This gives you the best chances of not dropping it, not hitting them, and not getting pulled off the bike accidentally because you get tangled up with them. In the last 20-30', you and they should be agreeing on where the handoff will occur (i.e. it should be in a good position for you to grab) As others have said, pay attention to someone coming up on your left either moving right to get their own bottle or in your path as you move back to the left after getting your bottle. Try to leave a big gap between the volunteer you're targeting and the volunteers the rider ahead of you is targeting. (Don't go for the neighbor. ) |