Heated discussion on a small group ride today. All else being equal, I think it takes more effort to ride at the same speed if you're pulling the group, vs riding solo. Everyone else said I was full of it.
It's tough because all else is never equal (like, pride makes you ride harder when pulling, and you've expended less effort overall during the ride so you have more energy in the tank). But for me at least I get a definite sensation of drag from the guys behind me when I'm pulling.
What do you guys think?
It's tough because all else is never equal (like, pride makes you ride harder when pulling, and you've expended less effort overall during the ride so you have more energy in the tank). But for me at least I get a definite sensation of drag from the guys behind me when I'm pulling.
What do you guys think?