GETTING MORE AERO

Dan Bigham, former aero engineer for Mercedes F1 and now rider with Team HUUB Wattbike, reveals all…

CUTTING-EDGE TECH

Aerodynamics isn’t easy to measure, but there are devices hitting the market, like Notio Konect, which lets you view airflow over your body in realtime and make adjustments.

CLOTHING MATTERS

The lightest, close-fitting clothing is a given and shoe covers are a benefit. We’re hoping our new suits will break new ground.

REDUCE RESISTANCE

A narrower profile results in easy gains plus don’t ride handlebars wider than 38s. And while not aero, lighter, latex inner tubes are a weight-saving must.

KEEP IT SPECIFIC

Aerodynamic gains are situation specific. For instance, don’t worry about getting aero when you’re in a chain gang and the draft is helping you. That’s when you need to ease off and relax your hip flexors.

NATURALLY FAST

Aim to make getting aero second nature. It’s easier than you think. For instance, when on the hoods, sinking your elbows low so your forearms are parallel and tucking your head in when you’re descending at 45kph can reap 50 watts, which is huge when it’s just about how you sit on the bike. Team HUUB Wattbike suits take expertise from award-winning triathlon swimsuits to help cyclists perform at the highest possible level