Wind Tunnel Wise: How Your Bars Slow You Down!

Learn how your handlebars can impact your aerodynamic drag for your riding or racing. Josh shares insights from a recent visit to the wind tunnel.

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Josh in the first video utilizing footage from a recent wind tunnel visit, shows his Cycles Gitane Profil Aero 1981 bicycle of Tour de France fame with Bernard Hinault, and the aerodynamic features it had that were way ahead of its time. Learn how handlebar width impacts aero drag from back in 1981 up to today with modern gravel and road bicycles. SILCA athletes Ben Delaney of The Ride, Dylan Johnson and Drew Dillman came to the tunnel in search of more wattage savings. Local track star, Matt Gittings helped the conversation with some special track specific mass start handlebars. Lots of insights that many can learn from when trying to get marginal gains from which handlebars to run.

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Ben Delaney @ The Ride on YouTube    / @theridewithbendelaney  
Dylan Johnson Cycling on YouTube:    / @dylanjohnsoncycling  
Drew Dillman on YouTube:    / drewdillmanchannel  
Wind Tunnel - Auto Research Center: http://www.arcindy.com/wind-tunnel.html

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Josh has on the TdF inspired yellow BMW 2002 t-shirt: https://silca.cc/collections/shirts


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Founded in Milan in 1917 and now based in Indianapolis, SILCA is renowned for its passion for cycling. Led by cycling industry leader, Josh Poertner, the brand has expanded from the iconic SuperPista pump to a full range of high-end cycling tools and gear, collaborating with UCI World Tour teams to enhance cycling performance. SILCA combines tradition with innovation, inspiring cyclists to enjoy both riding and maintenance.

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▬▬▬▬ ABOUT SILCA ▬▬▬▬
Founded in Milan in 1917 and now based in Indianapolis, SILCA is renowned for its cycling passion. Led by cycling industry leader, Josh Poertner, the brand has expanded from the iconic SuperPista pump to a full range of high-end cycling tools and gear, collaborating with UCI World Tour teams to enhance cycling performance. SILCA combines tradition with innovation, inspiring cyclists to enjoy both riding and maintenance.