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How to Be Aerodynamic without Sacrificing Power

Join us as we explore the power vs. aerodynamics debate. Specialized’s Todd Carver and Retul’s Jason Williams reveal the secrets to finding your speed.

We consider comfort, speed, and event specifics across multiple cycling disciplines. The sacrifices may surprise you!

Featuring expert guests Lennard Zinn, Jeff Winkler, Ryan Bolton, Robin Carpenter, influencer Ben Delaney.

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Close-up of bike seat for Battling Bike Saddle Sores

Battling Saddle Sores with Don Powell

When you sit on a bike saddle, that’s a lot of weight on a very small surface area, the weight of the torso, the way the helmet, the weight of the upper body, the arms, it’s all focused into this relatively small point, and then we’re going to add friction, and that’s generated by the movement of the legs, where the motion of pedaling becomes focused into a very small area.

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Bike Saddles

Thoughts on Bicycle Saddles

A good bike saddle is one you can completely forget about when riding: no chafing, scarring, or saddle sores. In order to find a saddle that works for you, Colby talks about the anatomy of the human undercarriage and how different saddle shapes can bring you ultimate comfort.

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