Category Archives: recumbent bicycle aerodynamics
faired or un-faired
The human body and the up-right bicycle are both aerodynamic disasters. Yes – for this up-right rider – this is improvement – but there are better ways. I have come to realized there are two camps regarding the recumbent bicycle. Even … Continue reading
ti-Rush – 69″ large
This is a 2002 ti spec’d with Ultegra, XTR, SRAM/Avid. My personal -ti-Rush first impressions! What I have found with my newly aquired ti-Rush – the ti’s are more responsive performing bikes. I was puzzled for as I was told for years that ti-Rushes are … Continue reading
Low Tech testing any one can do
Wheel aerodynamics Do your wheels pass the “flame test”? What ? ? ? – – What the hay are you talking about ? ? One evening a friend and I was installing a set of reconditioned tri spoke wheels for … Continue reading
Velomobiles
Roll Over America “ROAM” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2FylDRaYEI What is ROAM? A 24 day tour of Velomobiles Rolling Over America from Portland OR to Washington DC. ROAM was a historical event that took place July/August of 2011. I was already interested in having a Velomobile - … Continue reading
Cleaning out the Closet
Raw dump of various content from past articles published and subject discussions with recumbent riders. Some duplication of data may exist. _________________________________________________________________ Subject: Re: fairings Answers with in your email ~ —– Original Message —– To: AeroWing1@comcast.net Sent: Saturday, April 28, … Continue reading
Tail Frame FAQ and price
What are tail frames? Answer: A tail frame is a skeletal tubular structure covered by cloth to shape an aerodynamic form much like a cloth covered aircraft wing. The tail frame purpose is to minimize turbulent air that forms behind … Continue reading
Aero Wing suspension fairing mount FAQ and price
AeroWing fairing mounts consist of two seperate components – upper – lower. Both have the innovative rubber suspension system that is “Nicer” to your fairing. AeroWing makes both upper and lower fairing suspension mounts for a quite ride. The mount … Continue reading
Streamliner has Sold
Nothing like the freedom of air resistance Human powered streamliners are the “fighter jets” of bicycles. They are much like flying light aircraft on the ground. Sensitive to cross winds - quite and fast – it is an undescribable feeling setting up … Continue reading
Aerodynamic expectations
First – let’s set the stage with an un-scientific example “me”. I prefer to use the “comfort zone” as a honest measurement of speed the rider can hold comfortably all day. I have found this to be a more than … Continue reading
Streamliners vs Velomobiles
Single track Streamliners ”Liners” are usually a fantasy for most recumbent riders. Why? – these bikes are all hand crafted custom builds for a specific rider with purpose. With exception of the very few – most “liners” are used for racing only. Example … Continue reading
