The Art & Science of Coaching: Aerodynamics with Heath Dotson S1E4 - #54 - a podcast by Coach Tim Hall

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

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