How Air Resistance of the Bike & Equipment Affects Cycling Speed
The effect that different bike equipment and accessories have on the average speed of typical long-distance cyclists is investigated.
Read more ...The effect that different bike equipment and accessories have on the average speed of typical long-distance cyclists is investigated.
Read more ...Using a navigation device that has the desired functions and is reliable can save a lot of time in bikepacking races and when doing long-distance cycling.
Read more ...Advice on headlights for long-distance cycling, including dynamo-powered and battery-powered options.
Read more ...Advice on what types of bags to use for bikepacking and how they can be mounted. Also, whether to use fenders/mudguards for long-distance cycling.
Read more ...Advice on how much water to carry to optimize time efficiency in bikepacking races and long-distance cycling and options of where to store water on the bike.
Read more ...Advice on choosing wheels for long-distance cycling, including explanations of the differences between various hubs, spokes and rims.
Read more ...Advice on choosing a bicycle frame (material, geometry, etc.) for long-distance cycling and the pros and cons of rim brakes versus disc brakes on road bikes.
Read more ...Advice on choosing gear ratios for long-distance cycling by combining the rider’s sustainable power and preferred cadence with route information.
Read more ...Advice on choosing brands and models of derailleurs & shifters on road bikes for long-distance cycling, focusing on ergonomics, functionality & reliability.
Read more ...Exactly how much of an effect wind speed, wind direction, elevation and air temperature each has on the speed of typical long-distance cyclists is analyzed.
Read more ...Mechanical resistance accounts for 4-8% of the total resistance of typical long-distance cyclists. How to minimize this type of resistance is discussed.
Read more ...The effect that different clothing and body positions have on the average speed of typical long-distance cyclists is investigated.
Read more ...Tire rolling resistance accounts for 10% of the total resistance of typical long-distance cyclists. Using different tires can make average speeds vary by 5%.
Read more ...Everyone’s favorite method of making them cycle faster is to remove weight from their bike or body. How much of a difference does this actually make?
Read more ...What are the relative contributions of the resisting forces of aerodynamics, weight, rolling resistance & mechanical resistance for long-distance cyclists?
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