Riding In A Tailwind, Frame Tape and Concrete Water Bottles! | GCN Tech Clinic

Published on March 1st 2023

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Join Alex and Manon as they take us through this week's round of community tech questions. Ever wondered why adding concrete to your bike bottles is a bad idea? Or how can you can get more aero when riding when flat handlebars? It could even be as simple as wondering whether or not to sit up in a tailwind. Stress no more! The team is here to answer all, in this week's GCN Tech Clinic. 

00:00 Intro
00:17 Should we fill bottles with cement for downhills
01:20 How do I get more aero on flatbars? 
02:43 How do remove water from my wheels after washing my bike? 
04:43 How much protection does tape give my frame? 
05:35 Should I be riding more upright in a tailwind? 
06:50 Can I submerge my chain in normal chain lube?

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