ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
Is to provide cycling and triathlon performance consultancy to improve the athlete’s performance and enjoyment in the sport, by applying a scientific approach to cycling performance, with the goal of understanding what makes each athlete faster.
BERNARDO GONÇALVES
MECHANICAL ENGINEER & UCI CONTINENTAL CYCLIST
Bernardo holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering where he focused his master's thesis in developing cycling models to evaluate aerodynamic drag on the road. Moreover, he did several aerodynamics courses in topics such as Sports & Building Aerodynamics, CFD simulations and Thin Airfol Theory.
Bernardo is also a professional cyclist and works in collaboration with Scientific Triathlon, meaning he has also a deep understanding of the multitude of factors that influence sports and endurance performance.
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FAQs
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To test, we use validated aerometers that allow us to access aerodynamic efficiency in a real-world scenario with the same level of accuracy as the wind tunnel.
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Testing can be conducted on a flat, quiet segment of road with not much traffic, or in an outdoor or indoor velodrome.
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Bernardo holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering where he focused his master's thesis in developing cycling models to evaluate aerodynamic drag on the road. Moreover, he did several aerodynamics courses in several topics as Sports & Building Aerodynamics, CFD simulations and Thin Airfol Theory. Bernardo is also a professional cyclist and works in collaboration with Scientific Triathlon, meaning he has also a deep understanding of the multitude of factors that influence sports and endurance performance.
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You should do aerodynamic testing, even if you have a race close to confirm equipment choices and test some potential upgrades you could do in a short period.
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While having a deep knowledge of aerodynamics is important, validating those concepts through testing is crucial for improving performance.
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You need a speed sensor, a Garmin device and a power meter. If we are doing position changes we also need the bike fit kit that comes with the bike.
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You will benefit from these services and the improvements you will have will be bigger than for advanced athletes.
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Portugal, Croatia, Australia, Canada and UK at the moment. With Germany and UAE (in the next months).