// The Aero Round Table # 1 - Why is aerodynamic optimization so important for amateurs?

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22 күн бұрын

In this special series four engineers from Swiss Side discuss five of the most relevant topics in the world of cycling. The topic of the first episode is hotly debated among age groupers: Most amateur athletes think they are too slow and aerodynamic optimizations on the bike are just important for professional athletes.
Why is this assumption wrong and why is aerodynamic optimization so important for amateurs too?
Well, here you´ll get all the answers.
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@DDai-qd8uk 20 күн бұрын

Everyone knows round tables aren't aero

@veganpotterthevegan 15 күн бұрын

King Arthur disagrees

@pauldunne3094 20 күн бұрын

Really, really appreciate the knowledge sharing. This and your pit walk with Ronan on Escape Collective are Gold when trying to get faster. Thanks Guys

@EasyEassy 17 күн бұрын

You didn't mention that the biggest part of aerodynamic drag is produced by the rider itself. This also depends on the possible positions on the bike, so choosing the right bike plays a role somehow. But if you are on low budget there are some other possibilities to optimise drag. You could install a triathlon bar to get low. Chose tighter clothing instead of the flannel shirt. Close the zipper of your jacket or take it off. Also for bike packing/touring you can rearrange your bags (and not use fork bags). 😂 And declutter the bike and the surface of your clothing. Just some ideas to get further with less energy consumption.

@bike2452 18 күн бұрын

Can you explain the sail effect in more detail? Are the mechanics actually the same as a sail? or is it a marketing term to help convey an idea? Can you actually get thrust? or is it just less drag when there is a cross wind compared to a perfect 0 degree headwind? Is it possible to demonstrate a front wheel being propelled forward with head wind?

@SwisssideCycling 7 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot for the question!! We collect all questions and answer them in our next podcasts.

@morrisizing 14 күн бұрын

I am interested in the trend to wider tyres. Swissside still seem to be based around 25mm tyres. Noticeably for TT's on the World tour the Wheels used but many of the top TT's are below the 28's that seem the norm now in road races, presumably because the higher average speeds on TT's make aero a bigger gain than any handling or rolling resistance gains from a wider tyre. However road racing it seems 28's are now the go to. So will we see TT specific front wheels & then wider width wheels for road racing where the average speeds are a bit lower and the gains in corning confidence, fatigue reduction etc of wider tyres are more pronounced?

@cyclistshub 19 күн бұрын

Considering all the points made, if all brands designed the most aerodynamic bike possible (taking into account all UCI regulations), we would get to a point where all bikes would look the same, wouldn't we? I think you can already see that on a lot of bikes as they look more and more similar and if a manufacturer stops sticking to their "signature design."