99 - Sebastian Schluricke of Aerotune

Thank you to 4iiii Innovations for supporting the podcast! If you’re after a reliable, accurate power meter, then use code 20214iiii-EI20% to receive 20% off any Factory Install power meter purchased through the 4iiii website.3:45 meet Sebastian Schluricke of Aerotune6:45 effect of increasing power vs decreasing aero drag vs decreasing weight on Ironman bike performance14:15 why make an easy-to-use aero testing platform?22:00 what is Aerotune and how does it work?28:15 Aerotune vs aero sensors34:45 more on sources of error: route + climate vs rider + equipment38:30 Aerotune’s accounting for elevation and wind changes42:00 the guts of Aerotune’s mathematical model46:45 the ideal test route47:45 impact of weather50:00 hardware requirements for testing51:30 rolling resistance (CRR) calculations55:45 generalized aero recommendationsBody position:Narrow elbow pad stanceHigh hand (maybe) Flat, stretched-out torsoShoulder shrugOptimized head positionBottle shape and position on the frameOptimized helmetDeep or disk rear wheelKit / clothingFront wheel68:00 optimizing aerodynamics without compromising metabolic efficiencyTry Aerotune for yourself by registering on their website. Watch their YouTube videos, and d on’t forget to snag the Garmin Connect IQ app too. You can also follow Aerotune on Instagram.