Morkstar
stranger
Reged: 27/05/2008
Posts: 2
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Hi,
I am a fairly new returnee to Mountain Biking (6 months).
I've got good Cardio and legs, but, I did a longish 3 1/2 hour rough route yesterday which resulted in a sore lower back and trapazius muscles. and some normal trail buzz).
Bike Specilaized FSR XC Comp 2007.
Q: Why the sore back?
I'm concerned as I was otherwise good to go another 3 hours, but the back was murder.
Might my bike setup be out? I'm thinking maybe handlebars too low or travel too far/close.
Does anyone have any ideas?
Oh, I was wearing a full 3l Camelbak if that might have something to do with it.
Many thanks
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Sir_Queuesalot
old hand
Reged: 05/12/2007
Posts: 1000
Loc: South Cheshire
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Hi Morkstar,
Got a buddy that suffers with this from time to time and it drives him into the welcoming arms of the local physio. No fun I know.
You could try altering your cockpit layout but presumably you didn't hop on a really ill fitting uncomfortable bike in the first place?? IMHO if it feels right it probably is right and it could be more to do with the twisting and stretching you do off the bike.
No chance you twinged your back getting your bike off/out the car?
Were you tense and holding yourself rigidly, as you say its a return to MTB'ing and have you started at the level you finished off at?
Finally, if you can sort the cause, can you live with the symptom, get the Radox out, run a bath and open a beer! 
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My LBS couldn't fix my brakes so they made my bell louder 
Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast!!
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glasseye
journeyman
Reged: 13/06/2007
Posts: 57
Loc: Scotland, UK
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I agree with QS above. If you haven't had problems with your bike before and it's been a rough route there is a good chance you've pulled something on the rough ground. I'm no sports coach but you'll be using a lot of core strength for stability especially on rough stuff. I wouldn't be overly concerned at this stage but if it persists I'd get it checked out. You can take your bike with you to a good sports physio and they will advise you on the best riding position for your ailment.
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Morkstar
stranger
Reged: 27/05/2008
Posts: 2
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Hi guys,
thanks a lot for the replies.
The XC Comp is a bit of a horse, but feels good most of the time.
I've got my rear shock set up pretty stiff to stop it bobbing around, so I may let it out a touch.
I'm sure you're spot on with the wrench theory.
It feels fine now.
Repeat Ride tomorrow, so I hope I feel better after that one.
Cheers
M*
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Sir_Queuesalot
old hand
Reged: 05/12/2007
Posts: 1000
Loc: South Cheshire
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Yeah Morkstar,
Let us know how you get on, be interested to see if there is a correllation between suspension settings and back pain. 
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My LBS couldn't fix my brakes so they made my bell louder
Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast!!
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DomDom
stranger
Reged: 22/06/2008
Posts: 6
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I have had lumbar pain riding my road bike long distance but (touch wood) okay at the mo on MTB and road. Lowering the front of the, saddle only a tad, can really help. Staying in the saddle is also crucial as is stretching, stretching, and more stretching plus stay hydrated. I agree it can be to do with feeling tense etc.
Edited by DomDom (08/07/2008 23:06)
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