42 - Go Faster on the Bike Pt 2

2:00 race suit (kit)3:00 what makes a race kit NOT aerodynamic: wrinkles or flapping fabric. Fit is everything.4:45 be careful with buying kits online without trying it on first6:00 sleeved vs sleeveless suits / jerseys. Sleeves good for sun protection and aerodynamics when fitted and worn properly8:00 write / tattoo race numbers on your forearm(s) if you’re wearing a sleeved suit!9:30 kit comfort12:30 all about the pockets14:30 side short pockets are the enemy of aerodynamics on the bike16:00 if using pockets, look for ones with sufficient volume and with side-entry or flaps to cover the tops18:00 don’t let the pursuit of marginal aero gains compromise the key requirements of racing like having sufficient nutrition or carrying necessary tools18:30 sun protection 21:00 the role of fabric texture: designing trigger points for turbulent flow23:30 cooling24:30 a tight fit is key for optimal evaporative heat transfer27:00 shoes28:00 drainage holes keep feet dry-ish28:30 road cycling shoes vs triathlon-specific shoes30:00 pros and cons of flying mounts / dismounts33:30 to stiff or not to stiff38:45 bike fit39:30 comfort (in the aero position) equals speed41:30 lower (front end) /= faster42:30 assessing stability on the bike45:15 consider starting your early season riding in a more relaxed / higher / more slack position than your race position from last year48:00 saddles50:00 saddle preferences change over time and with position changes50:30 saddles also wear out and should be periodically replaced53:30 listener question on wheel depth Listen to our first installment on how to get fast in Episode 38. Also worth checking out is our chat with Daniel Schade of Gebiomized in Episode 40.To get your hands on the now-in-stock 4iiii Fliiiight trainer, visit their sales page.