The idea for Spinning first came to Tillie Walden when she attempted to make a short comic about ice skating at the end of her first year at the Center for Cartoon Studies. The novel also recounts Walden's sexual assault by her SAT tutor. Having known she was gay since she was five, Walden also struggles with the alienation and pressure she faces as she embarks on her first romance with another girl. As Walden becomes more disenchanted with the culture around the competitive sport, she discovers her talent as an artist. Walden, a competitive figure skater, finds herself having to adjust to the new environment and figure skating culture. It won the 2018 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work.Īt the start of Spinning, Walden is ten and her family has just moved to Texas from New Jersey. The memoir chronicles Walden's years coming-of-age as a competitive figure skater, as she navigates romance, bullying and various traumas. As you become a more experienced rider and are at ease on the bike adjust the handles downward and really engage the core (3-4 classes should do it).Spinning is a graphic novel memoir by cartoonist Tillie Walden that was first published by First Second Books on September 12, 2017. Handlebar height Get Comfy! Start with handlebars a little higher than the height of the seat. The Key: Look down to make sure that the front knee is over the center of the pedal. Pedal forward, hold position when pedals are even. Lean forward and place your hands on the handlebars of your bike, elbows slightly bent, and neck and shoulders relaxed. Tip: A good starting point is to stand next to your bike and position your seat so that it is about hip level, then jump on and adjust accordingly.įore/aft seat position The bike seats move forward and backward, too! To adjust properly, sit in the saddle. The Key: Legs should be fully extended with a slight bend in the knees. Then pedal forward and stop at the bottom of the pedal stroke to check for optimal positioning. Either clip in, or place your foot into the cage above the pedal. Seat height Find the right height of the seat by jumping on the bike. It makes your ride enjoyable, comfortable, and most importantly safe.Here are the keys to setting-up your bike.
Keys to Setting-Up Your Bikeīike setup is important. Note Your Bike Settings: Once you're sitting pretty, write down your bike settings so you'll be set for next class.
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