@@overbikedrandonneuringwho’s riding rim brakes on Ultra Distance races anymore?! The reliability of Disc Brakes are essential on super long events where there are many MANY descents and potentially (pouring) rain
@@SamuelBlackMetalRider Plenty of folks still do which is all fine especially with alloy rims, and dry, flat, smooth conditions. The hate for disc brakes is just from edgy contrarians or copium for Luddites.
I do recall some testing by aero coach which showed covering the knees in aero fabric had little improvement over the long aero socks up to the uppermost calf. Great detailed video 👍
I recently discovered your channel and have been enjoying it very much. I don't do organized brevets. I do solo touring in the most remote areas I can find. It looks like you are based in South Korea - one of the most densely populated country on earth. I'm an American who likes to bike in the wilderness of Canada. Sometimes I sleep outdoors. My biking requires somewhat more emphasis on the ruggedness and reliability of the bike, but I also pay attention to efficiency. I've been thinking about aero socks. Thanks for the video.
You are correct! It's an interesting population distribution here, but it is really nice for cycling. I live on the edge of city of 1.5 million, and have a few 40+ story highrises a few minutes walk to the south, but access to countryside roads are less than 10 minutes ride to the north. No suburban sprawl, and country roads are super low traffic and slow speed. Are you out west in Canada or further north? I lived in Ontario for a few years, but didn't get much wilderness time there.
I live in New Jersey, the most densely populated state in the US. I've done my touring in Quebec and New Brunswick. Trips have included a ride "down" the St Lawrence and through the Gaspe Peninsula, rides around southern Quebec and Ontario, and an aborted attempt to ride to the Cree village of Chisasibi on Hudson Bay. Future plans include the Maritimes, the north shore of the St Lawrence, and anther crack at Chisasibi.@@overbikedrandonneuring
I haven't used aero socks yet, but I'm a big fan of arm covers for several reasons: sun protection, staying cools tasing warm, aerodynamics (without shaving my arms).
Glad I go aero jersey because it is on sale and price is very attractive for me plus discount for first time. I want to buy aero sock originally but when I look back to my old sock I wear for a long time. I suspect "whoa wait... sock... will it suspicious to stretched out over time?". When you mentioned you wash your sock and it got easily damaged. I am out. Thanks for video. I probably mad if my new sock go ruined just first wash.
Don't forget any marginal gain is multiplied by these huge distances randonneurs ride. And at the cost of a few bucks it's probably the most cost-effective marginal gain available you can buy (well apart from aero bars maybe)
You might be surprised! Since shins hit the air first, shaving legs or aero socks probably still have a measurable advantage. You can see James Coxon's recent record setting ride photos on his trike and he has used full aero overshoes.
Aero socks.. but disc brakes.. brilliant plan.
Rim brake trolling in 2024? Do better next time.
@@overbikedrandonneuring’do better’… worst phrase of the year
@@overbikedrandonneuringwho’s riding rim brakes on Ultra Distance races anymore?! The reliability of Disc Brakes are essential on super long events where there are many MANY descents and potentially (pouring) rain
@@SamuelBlackMetalRider Plenty of folks still do which is all fine especially with alloy rims, and dry, flat, smooth conditions. The hate for disc brakes is just from edgy contrarians or copium for Luddites.
This video goes in to much more detail than i expected it to be.👍
I do recall some testing by aero coach which showed covering the knees in aero fabric had little improvement over the long aero socks up to the uppermost calf. Great detailed video 👍
Nicely done!
I recently discovered your channel and have been enjoying it very much. I don't do organized brevets. I do solo touring in the most remote areas I can find. It looks like you are based in South Korea - one of the most densely populated country on earth. I'm an American who likes to bike in the wilderness of Canada. Sometimes I sleep outdoors. My biking requires somewhat more emphasis on the ruggedness and reliability of the bike, but I also pay attention to efficiency. I've been thinking about aero socks. Thanks for the video.
You are correct! It's an interesting population distribution here, but it is really nice for cycling. I live on the edge of city of 1.5 million, and have a few 40+ story highrises a few minutes walk to the south, but access to countryside roads are less than 10 minutes ride to the north. No suburban sprawl, and country roads are super low traffic and slow speed. Are you out west in Canada or further north? I lived in Ontario for a few years, but didn't get much wilderness time there.
I live in New Jersey, the most densely populated state in the US. I've done my touring in Quebec and New Brunswick. Trips have included a ride "down" the St Lawrence and through the Gaspe Peninsula, rides around southern Quebec and Ontario, and an aborted attempt to ride to the Cree village of Chisasibi on Hudson Bay. Future plans include the Maritimes, the north shore of the St Lawrence, and anther crack at Chisasibi.@@overbikedrandonneuring
I haven't used aero socks yet, but I'm a big fan of arm covers for several reasons: sun protection, staying cools tasing warm, aerodynamics (without shaving my arms).
Glad I go aero jersey because it is on sale and price is very attractive for me plus discount for first time. I want to buy aero sock originally but when I look back to my old sock I wear for a long time. I suspect "whoa wait... sock... will it suspicious to stretched out over time?". When you mentioned you wash your sock and it got easily damaged.
I am out. Thanks for video. I probably mad if my new sock go ruined just first wash.
Don't forget any marginal gain is multiplied by these huge distances randonneurs ride. And at the cost of a few bucks it's probably the most cost-effective marginal gain available you can buy (well apart from aero bars maybe)
Absolutely. That sentiment is one I hope to promote amongst other randonneurs.
Are the minor benefits of aero socks worth the price and potential downsides?
I’m a Rule 28 rando dude. Why not?
Hmm... not something I'll get to enjoy, or have to worry about, being a recumbent rider. ;)
You might be surprised! Since shins hit the air first, shaving legs or aero socks probably still have a measurable advantage. You can see James Coxon's recent record setting ride photos on his trike and he has used full aero overshoes.
LOL LOL LOL LOL fix your chain!
Haha, I was doing some maintenance and accidentally destroyed my BB in the process. Any bike that survives me owning it deserves an award.
I guess hairy legs are as good as aero socks then? :)
Ha! I'll have to plan a video on 'Best razors to shave men's legs'