When it comes to cycling performance, aerodynamics has become the hot topic in recent years. From road to gravel, reducing drag is seen as the key to going faster with less effort. And while there’s no doubt that aerodynamics plays a crucial role, especially at higher speeds, we believe performance is about more than just slicing through the wind.
Why Aerodynamics Matters
At high speeds, air resistance is the biggest force working against a rider. That’s why, if you want to ride fast, you have to care about aerodynamics. A well-designed frame, optimized components, and a dialed-in riding position can make a measurable difference. This is why we put significant effort into developing aerodynamic frames and selecting low-drag components. If you’re riding at race pace, these gains are real and valuable.
The Bigger Picture of Performance
However, aerodynamics is just one piece of the puzzle. The fastest bike isn’t necessarily the one with the lowest drag coefficient—it’s the one that performs best in real-world conditions. When developing our bikes, we take a holistic approach. We analyze every aspect that affects performance: stiffness, weight, rolling resistance, handling, and rider comfort. Because at the end of the day, the best bike isn’t the one that shines in a wind tunnel, but the one that makes you faster in actual riding conditions.
Finding the Right Balance
A super-aero frame can be a game-changer in a flat time trial, but what about on a technical descent or a punchy climb? Optimizing for aerodynamics alone might lead to trade-offs in handling, comfort, or even overall speed. That’s why we test our bikes in the real world, not just on paper. We ride, we tweak, we refine—until we find the perfect balance between aerodynamics and everything else that makes a bike perform at its best.
Real Performance Happens on the Road
We don’t just rely on formulas and simulations. We test our setups in diverse conditions, from high-speed road races to challenging gravel trails. Our approach ensures that our bikes don’t just look fast in theory—they actually make you faster where it matters most.
Where Aerodynamics Counts
Aerodynamic gains are often discounted as non-relevant, because they are typically measured at 45 km/h, a speed not many can hold over an extended time. But as long as you are not climbing or riding on very slow rolling terrain, aerodynamic drag is your main resistance, even if you are riding at just 25 km/h. And as soon as you are going down just 1-2% of slope, sustainable speeds that come close to 45 km/h are possible even for recreational riders. This can be a large portion of your ride where you get the full aerodynamic benefits.
So yes, aerodynamics is a thing. But it’s not everything. The true measure of a high-performance bike isn’t just how it cuts through the wind—it’s how it helps you ride better, longer, and faster in every situation.
