The Devil’s in the Details: the Science Behind Cycling
In elite cycling, victory is often measured in fractions of a second. But what separates first place from second isn’t just strength or endurance; it’s precision, data, and the relentless pursuit of marginal gains. Even the smallest improvements in helmet shape, body position, or tire width can translate into measurable gains on the road. Today, while the race is obviously won by the athletes, it could be lost months before in front of the computer.
As the 113th Tour de France gets ready to set off from Barcelona, we invited researchers, innovators, and professional cycling team members to give their perspective on the power of details in a series of three specific webinars.
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