42 - Go Faster on the Bike Pt 2

What this episode covers

* 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 first * 6:00 sleeved vs sleeveless suits / jerseys. Sleeves good for sun protection and aerodynamics when fitted and worn properly * 8:00 write / tattoo race numbers on your forearm(s) if you're wearing a sleeved suit! * 9:30 kit comfort * 12:30 all about the pockets * 14:30 side short pockets are the enemy of aerodynamics on the bike * 16:00 if using pockets, look for ones with sufficient volume and with side-entry or flaps to cover the tops * 18:00 don't let the pursuit of marginal aero gains compromise the key requirements of racing like having sufficient nutrition or carrying necessary tools * 18:30 sun protection  * 21:00 the role of fabric texture: designing trigger points for turbulent flow * 23:30 cooling * 24:30 a tight fit is key for optimal evaporative heat transfer * 27:00 shoes * 28:00 drainage holes keep feet dry-ish * 28:30 road cycling shoes vs triathlon-specific shoes * 30:00 pros and cons of flying mounts / dismounts * 33:30 to stiff or not to stiff * 38:45 bike fit * 39:30 comfort (in the aero position) equals speed * 41:30 lower (front end) /= faster * 42:30 assessing stability on the bike * 45:15 consider starting your early season riding in a more relaxed / higher / more slack position than your race position from last year * 48:00 saddles * 50:00 saddle preferences change over time and with position changes * 50:30 saddles also wear out and should be periodically replaced * 53:30 listener question on wheel depth  Listen to our first installment on how to get fast in Episode 38 [https://endurance-innovation-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/38-go-faster-on-the-bike-pt-1]. Also worth checking out is our chat with Daniel Schade of Gebiomized in Episode 40 [http://x3training.com/endurance-innovation-40-daniel-schade-and-gebiomized/]. To get your hands on the now-in-stock 4iiii Fliiiight trainer, visit their sales page [https://shop-canada.4iiii.com/products/fliiiight-smart-trainer].