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Old 07-20-09, 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Barrettscv
I'm beginning to wonder if bigger riders in the 200 lbs+ and six foot+ range get the same benefit out of drafting in a pace line as normal sized riders. I also ride a larger size bike (Duh) and sit well above many riders.

Even if I'm perfectly lined up downdraft of a smaller rider at speeds of 25 mph, benefit is minimal. If I happen I to get behind two side-by-side riders, I begin to feel real a benefit.

Otherwise, I feel like a SUV at a NASCAR race.

(Flame suit on)

Michae
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they don't. that's their penance for blocking the view at concerts.
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