How To Ride Flat Roads Faster

Clock00:00, Friday 21st July 2023

Long, flat roads can sometimes be just as daunting as mountain climbs. But is it possible to start riding faster on the flat with ease? In this video, we’re going to give you a few tips on how to keep your momentum up so you can do just that!

0:00 - Intro
0:33 - Latest science
1:44 - Use your weight
2:32 - Get aero position
3:35 - Bigger is better
4:13 - Cadence
5:15 - Rolling resistance

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