Is It Really All About Weight When It Comes To Climbing And Descending?
It seems that simple: the lighter rider crests the hill first, and the heavier rider makes it down first. But there’s more to the puzzle than weight, says coach Tim Hall. True, a lighter rider may have less mass to drag up a hill, but he’ll struggle if he lacks strength and a solid aerobic engine. And plenty of heavier riders are able to scamper up an incline.
Descending, on the other hand, comes down to skill – before weight, power, or any other physiological factor. “It’s about knowing how to take the fastest line, and when to brake, use momentum, and power out of turns,” Hall says – adding that the sweet spot is when you can match your skill with physical strength.
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