It’s always good to get a few photos of your position on bike. Especially for time trials, you want to check your aerodynamic position.
Photos – Adrian Webb, Chairman Redhill CC at the Redhill CC Sporting TT on 19th February 2012
you can see in a few seconds the head is higher than first photo. But, this makes a big difference.
- Also, I don’t like how my number is flapping at my back.
- Ways to Improve Aerodynamics
- Leg warmers are excellent for when it is 3 degrees. It also means you can cover up your hairy legs you couldn’t be bothered to shave the night before.
- It is too early to evaluate the Obree breathing technique. But, one disadvantage is that when I do the breathing technique I seem to end up with saliva all over my face. But, then you don’t race to win beauty contests.
- My Helmet is sticking in the air too much. I would like it to be lower to be more aerodynamic. It really works your neck muscles to keep head low, but looking ahead. At the end of the race, I guess the head goes up because your tired.
Do you take spare tubular in a race?
A dilemma I always have in a race is whether to take a spare tub and pump. On the one hand, it is more weight and an aero drag. On the other hand do you really want to be stuck by the side of the road?
Usually I take a spare tub if – the weather is very cold or wet. The kind of day when you can’t afford to spend half an hour by side of road hoping a kind soul will come and rescue you.
Other Issues Analysing Position on bike
- Saddle Height
- Pedalling technique
- Tips for more comfortable ride - i.e. don’t follow any advice on this post.
- Optimal position on bike
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