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Old 12-07-06 | 03:54 PM
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here's an example of the variance in wattage and caloric burn as a temperature variable is applied. Air density is higher and requires greater wattage, as does temperature regulation for the body.


72℉ = 83% of the effort of -25℉ as the images indicate
http://www.kreuzotter.de/english/espeed.htm

Wind is another wattage variable as well. Play with the site and see your results!
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