Miscellaneous
In this episode of The Art & Science of Coaching, we interview Heath Dotson of HD Coaching out of Asheville, NC. Heath is a full-time coach with expertise in aerodynamics and wind tunnel testing, plus has over 30 years experience as a bicycle racer. In this episode we discuss the following: *2:00 - intro to Heath's background starting in the late '80s *6:45 - start in racing triathlon ending in Kona *10:00 - pivoting back to cycling *19:00 - how aerodynamics became his focus *23:00 - why is aerodynamics important? *30:00 - early experiences with aerodynamics on the track *35:00 - wind tunnel time *38:00 - takeaways from Aero Camp *45:00 - the fastest gear and body composition differences *48:00 - CdA and equipment combination suggestions *53:30 - "Chung Method" and other field tests outside of a wind tunnel *1:00:00 - Yaw angle aerodynamics *1:04:00 - what is more important - weight or aero, and benefit of narrow bars *1:11:00 - tips and modifications for a team time trial *1:17:25 - skinsuits and advice on aero practice *1:24:00 - aerodynamics is not just for time trials *1:33:00 - time trial events to grow the discipline and 2020 races *1:36:00 - how to use the next few months to improve your aero setup *1:43:30 - how to contact and follow Heath website - www.aerocamp.cc coaching - www.hdcoaching.net/ Instagram - @HDcoaching