It’s well-known by professional cyclists that sitting in the middle of the peloton requires little effort to overcome aerodynamic drag, but now, for the first time, there’s a scientific study Keep reading
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Tour de France Physics: Breakaways
In cycling, a small group of riders often leave the protection of the peloton in a breakaway. These riders will often spend 80% or more of a stage or race Keep reading
Tour de France Physics: Pelotons
July is well underway and for cycling fans around the world that means it’s time for the Tour de France. This week at FYFD we’re going to do something a Keep reading