Originally Posted by
StephenH
I assume the bikes are drafting off the dernys in that part of the race? If so, is it actually advantageous to have a fatter driver on the thing?
Yes. Plus the more experienced derny riders shift out their knees and elbows and wear extra clothing underneath to allow for maximum draft. Zijlaard is the best of the derny riders. He is big and fat and good tactically