title: Energy and aerodynamics in bicycling.
abstract: By modifying bicycle equipment, technique, rider position, or other human factors, the energy required to propel a bicycle at a given velocity can be decreased significantly. Although this article will concentrate on competitive cycling, the information pertains to all types of cycling.
authors.affiliation: Sports Equipment Research Associates, Weed, California.
authors.forename: C R
authors.initials: CR
authors.lastname: Kyle
mesh_terms: D001642:Bicycling / Q000502:physiology*; D055592:Biophysical Phenomena; D001703:Biophysics; D004734:Energy Metabolism; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D010101:Oxygen Consumption; D014919:Wind