Endurance Innovation

102 - An Aerodynamic Summary

Episode Summary

Michael flies solo and presents a summary of aerodynamic best practices for triathletes and cyclists.

Episode Notes

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• 5:00 why should every triathlete and cyclist care about aerodynamics regardless of their speed
• 9:30 understanding CdA
• 12:30 a hierarchy of aero needs
• 17:30 implications of position and fit
• 21:30 implications of clothing
• 28:45 implication of helmets 
• 31:45 implication of wheels
• 35:15 implications of frames and cockpits
• 40:00 aerodynamic testing

For more aero listening, check our chats with Dan Bigham, Martin Toft Madsen + Magnus Ditlev, Kurt Bergin Taylor, as well as Andrew's Aero Breakdown, and our conversation about wheel aerodynamics with Flo's Jon Thornham.