P2_7 Power Curves and Gear Ratios in Bicycles

Iain Weaver, 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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