The 3D Aero Lab is a wind tunnel simulator using a dynamic frontal area measurement to give REAL-TIME feedback on aerodynamics using 3D motion capture technology paired with the motion capture technology.
This allows us to balance the matrix between sustainable posture, reducing aero drag, and maintaining maximum power generation. And in returns it allows riders to understand the performance impact of various riding position plus gear combos and how this can help developing fast race day strategies. It also identifies inefficiency areas in your current setup between pedaling dynamics and optimal aerodynamics
Finally, it removes the guesswork as we fine-tune your position at a lower cost/time than that of wind tunnel testing or other simulators. Plus, you can test various gear setups in a relatively short period of time – i.e. Are narrow elbows pads better? Should I tilt my aero bar extensions or not? Which head position is the fastest? What helmet matches my position best?
Suitable for:
- Athletes from all levels
- Athletes seeking to maximize their aerodynamics
- Athletes seeking to maximize power generation
- Athletes seeking to improve inefficiencies (pedal stroke)
- Athletes wanting better gear selection based on racing goals
- Athletes seeking to identify various aerodynamic riding positions or optimize aerodyanmic gear including wheels, helmet, clothing, etc.
3D Aero Lab Analysis – $100 – 1 hr session
This services provides 3D motion capture for in-depth analysis to improve your sustainable posture, power generation, and in real time we optimize your aerodynamics using our wind tunnel simulator determining the fastest position balancing comfort, power and equipment.
This is NOT a bike-fit. If you require position adjustments, please consider the Aero Bike-fit service
Schedule AppointmentAero bike Fit – 2hr session + 30 min FREE follow up
This service combines video motion analysis and 3D motion capture for in-depth analysis to improve your comfort, sustainable posture and power generation. But also, in real time we optimize your aerodynamics using our wind tunnel simulator determining the fastest position balancing comfort, power and equipment.
Cost
Tri/TT Bike-fit + 3D aero lab – $300* – 2h session + 30 min FREE fine-tune follow up**
Road Bike-fit + 3D aero lab – $225* – 2h session + 30 min FREE fine-tune follow up**
Aerodynamic drag accounts for up to 90% of the forces a rider must overcome in order to move forward. From that, up to 75% of the drag comes from the rider’s bike-fit position and up to 25% from the bike itself and wheels.
There are two major components of drag. The first is the frontal area (A) which is what the air sees as you propel your bike forward. The second is drag coefficient (Cd) which represents how aerodynamic your basic shape is through the air. Together, these two components form CdA, which you may have seen on wind tunnel testing charts and marketing material. The key is that the lower the CdA the less drag you need to overcome.
The 3D aero simulator is not a definitive process to obtain Coefficient of Drag (CdA), it’s simply a model to estimate it. But, the value from it comes from educating you as to what position/gear combos may result in the best time savings for your races at a much lower cost & time investment than wind tunnel testing or other simulators.
The Session Includes:
- Ability to test various positions and/or setups during the session
- Position speed optimization, power generation & efficiency assessment
- 3D Wind tunnel Simulation for various positions
- Gear/position recommendations to maximize aerodynamics
The Report Includes:
- Aerodynamic positions report determining the fastest setups
- Cycling dynamics metrics such as pedaling “dead” spot, hip lateral movement, etc and action plan.
- Video/Images and results for all the various setups combinations tested.
- Times/Power savings depending on your specific goals.
- Other equipment recommendations for speed improvements
For any questions, contact us today!