Originally Posted by LóFarkas
There is no tricking here. SS/fixed is noticeably more efficient than geared.
The bet is on. Name the stakes, do the test and pay up.
You get me both srm cranks and a powertap and I will happily do the test. I would be suprised if the drag of the rear derailer pulleys or the extra friction in the chain would be significant. Those are the only differences between the two drivetrains.
If I remember correctly the biggest flaw in the paper is that he says A causes B then conlcudes that B causes A.