Wir müssen mehr über die Mensch-Maschine-Interaktion lernen
Cycling performance has long been measured in watts, aerodynamics, and weight. Engineers have refined frame shapes, optimized drivetrain efficiency, and reduced rolling resistance. But one crucial factor has often been overlooked: the interaction between the rider and the bike. True performance isn’t just about the machine – it’s about how well the machine and the rider work together.
The Missing Piece in Performance Optimization
We already know a lot about making a bike fast given a certain power output. Sports science has also provided deep insights into how riders can train to increase their power. But surprisingly little research has gone into how a bike can help a rider perform better. It’s not just about numbers; it’s about biomechanics, comfort, and control. How does frame stiffness influence efficiency? How does compliance improve endurance? The answers to these questions require looking at the rider and bike as one system.
Fit, Efficiency, and Comfort
A proper fit can make or break performance, improving power transfer while reducing fatigue and injury risk. That’s why we build our bikes on order, allowing for customizations like stem length, bar width, crank length, chainring sizes, and seatpost offset. These details ensure that every rider gets the best possible position for their riding style and body mechanics.
The Road Ahead
We believe the future of cycling performance lies in understanding the rider-bike relationship on a deeper level. Research into biomechanics, material flex, and real-world ride data will help refine how we design our frames and select components. It’s not just about making the fastest bike – it’s about making the bike that makes you faster.
Performance is not just measured in lab conditions. It’s felt on the road, on the trail, in the mountains. The better a bike works with the rider, the greater the potential. That’s why we keep pushing to learn more – because the real secret to speed isn’t just the machine. It’s the synergy between rider and bike.
