Originally Posted by
Zinger
Well one test says .6 percent and the other says 7 percent. That's certainly not a marginal difference so I'd want to see more thorough testing in different headwind circumstances before buying into one or the other..
did you look at the actual studies? The .6% study used a manniken leg, whereas the Specialized study used several cyclists tested before and after shaving. I know which if those sounds more realistic to me.
it's also worth considering the fact that there are no ill effect associated with leg shaving. Even if the Specialized test was a fluke, shaved legs would still be easier to clean, feel better for massage, and IMHO look better. I don't see a downside.
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