Ten Minute Tips #5: How Much Does Rotating Weight Matter?

1/27/2020

Today Dr. Helson runs the numbers on how much rotating weight matters when accelerating. The answer may (or may not) surprise you.

Show Notes
Rotating weight google doc

2 Comments

Dave Krenik

1/30/2020 09:26:03 pm

Bravo! I've been railing against the rotating weight for bikes issue for nearly 2 decades. Kraig Willett showed back in 2001 that, when you include the whole system (rim, tire, wheel, bike, rider) a few grams at the rim is insignificant.
http://www.biketechreview.com/reviews/wheels/63-wheel-performance

It's amazing how many "authorities" cling to the rotating weight effect.

Mitch A

2/4/2020 01:36:44 am

Love your podcast. This episode is spot on. Instead of spending $$$ to save grams, eat well, lose weight and train effectively. Much better ROI. Thanks for being real.

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