Originally Posted by
caloso
Hermes is right, but isn't it more a question of diminishing returns? And it seems to me you reach those diminishing returns sooner in some disciplines than others. In crits and mass start track events it seems like the equipment has a lot less bearing on results than time trialling, where you can literally buy speed up to a certain point.
Makes sense Hermes. Speaking from NO experience (have only done a few Road TT's) TT's would seem to benefit most from equipment, but also a rider with strong aerobic endurance and a good aero position. However, crits and road races would seem to benefit most from rider skills and sprint (30 seconds) speed coupled with experience.