Jerome & Elizabeth Moos wrote:
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> (cut) When riding at constant speed on flat terrain, the only
> contribution of the frame's weight to the energy required is that the
> total bike mass does increase the friction between the tire and the
> road. But rolling fricition is trivial, as nearly all the energy of sustaining
> a steady pace goes to overcome wind resistance, which is not affected by
> frame weight in any way. In fact, a little extra friction is beneficial
> when cornering.
Never heard this before Jerry. Please explain the reason why "a little extra friction is beneficial when cornering."
Chuck Schmidt South Pasadena, Southern California
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