P2_7 Power Curves and Gear Ratios in Bicycles

Authors

  • Iain Weaver Physics
  • Jasdeep Anand
  • Michael Gorley
  • Alex Buccheri

Abstract

This article investigates how the power exerted by a cyclist varies with cyclist speed, and gear ratio. From Hill’s relation, both relations are determined and plotted. Suggestions are made on how these results might be useful to recreational and competitive cyclists.

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Published

11/23/2009

How to Cite

Weaver, I., Anand, J., Gorley, M., & Buccheri, A. (2009). P2_7 Power Curves and Gear Ratios in Bicycles. Physics Special Topics, 8(1). Retrieved from https://journals.le.ac.uk/index.php/pst/article/view/2269

Issue

Vol. 8 No. 1 (2009): Physics Special Topics

Section

Articles