Make life harder for wheelsuckers

We've all been in a race or a group ride where some riders just won't take their turn on the front. Now, thanks to research in Australia, it's been shown how you can reduce the benefits to wheelsuckers whilst still gaining advantage from them being there

(Image credit: Graham Watson)

Wind tunnel tests have given new clues on how to make aerodynamics work for you - and against your rivals.

Up to 90% of a cyclist's energy is used to push air out of the way but it's possible to halve the effort by drafting - hitching a ride.

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