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- 1937715027
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- 9781937715021
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Publisher
VeloPress
ISBN-10
1937715027
ISBN-13
9781937715021
eBay Product ID (ePID)
144041175
Product Key Features
Book Title
Faster : Demystifying the Science of Triathlon Speed
Number of Pages
216 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Training, Cycling, Triathlon
Publication Year
2013
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
16 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2013-015748
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"Faster is a fascinating look at triathlon that will indeed make you faster." -- Active.com "Faster answers questions you may long wanted to ask but were afraid to" ¦Gourley weeds through an entire market of products so you don't have to" ¦The writing is clear, humorous and to the point. Faster will empower triathlete consumers while saving them time and money and helping their race results skyrocket." -- Triathlon Magazine Canada "Getting faster doesn't have to cost more time and money; it simply takes more smarts. Enter Jim Gourley. He actually is a rocket scientist, and he brings his astronautical know-how to triathlons. He explains and compares the effects of triathlon gear and techniques like aero wheels, wetsuits, shaved legs, and the "drag flag" � of your race number. Yes, there's science here. But if a triathlon doesn't scare you, you shouldn't be afraid of the basic physics in this book. As Gourley promises, "Free speed does exist. You just have to know where to find it." -- Experience Life magazine "An easy-to-read, witty book that will save you time and money." -- Jordan Rapp, 5-time Ironman champion "Any triathlete who is either racing for a front of the pack finish or just working to be the best they can be would enjoy this book immensely. Faster puts complicated science in terms that are easy to understand and then links it back to purchasing decisions." -- BreakingMuscle.com "Like Gourley, I'm a technologist and engineer " ¦[but] I don't enjoying reading scientific and technical papers. I'm more of the 'Speed for Dummies' type--just give me the facts and bottom line. No fluff. No boring details. And Gourley's book does just that. He breaks down all the concepts and make them easier to understand. Definitely worth a read and belongs to my book library." -- Minimalist Running "A fun approach to myth busting and how physics affects us athletes" ¦The cycling chapter brilliantly discusses the physics behind riding. You'll learn a lot about the forces acting on you as you ride, making decisions based on real-world conditions, and what the true value of expensive upgrades may be." -- Crossbikereview.com, "Faster is a fascinating look at triathlon that will indeed make you faster." -- Active.com "Faster answers questions you may long wanted to ask but were afraid to...Gourley weeds through an entire market of products so you don't have to...The writing is clear, humorous and to the point. Faster will empower triathlete consumers while saving them time and money and helping their race results skyrocket." -- Triathlon Magazine Canada "Getting faster doesn't have to cost more time and money; it simply takes more smarts. Enter Jim Gourley. He actually is a rocket scientist, and he brings his astronautical know-how to triathlons. He explains and compares the effects of triathlon gear and techniques like aero wheels, wetsuits, shaved legs, and the "drag flag" of your race number. Yes, there's science here. But if a triathlon doesn't scare you, you shouldn't be afraid of the basic physics in this book. As Gourley promises, "Free speed does exist. You just have to know where to find it." -- Experience Life magazine "An easy-to-read, witty book that will save you time and money." -- Jordan Rapp, 5-time Ironman champion "Any triathlete who is either racing for a front of the pack finish or just working to be the best they can be would enjoy this book immensely. Faster puts complicated science in terms that are easy to understand and then links it back to purchasing decisions." -- BreakingMuscle.com "Like Gourley, I'm a technologist and engineer ...[but] I don't enjoying reading scientific and technical papers. I'm more of the 'Speed for Dummies' type--just give me the facts and bottom line. No fluff. No boring details. And Gourley's book does just that. He breaks down all the concepts and make them easier to understand. Definitely worth a read and belongs to my book library." -- Minimalist Running "A fun approach to myth busting and how physics affects us athletes...The cycling chapter brilliantly discusses the physics behind riding. You'll learn a lot about the forces acting on you as you ride, making decisions based on real-world conditions, and what the true value of expensive upgrades may be." -- Crossbikereview.com, "An easy-to-read, witty book that will save you time and money." - Jordan Rapp, 5-time Ironman champion, "Faster is a fascinating look at triathlon that will indeed make you faster." -- Active.com "Faster answers questions you may long wanted to ask but were afraid to" ¦Gourley weeds through an entire market of products so you don't have to" ¦The writing is clear, humorous and to the point. Faster will empower triathlete consumers while saving them time and money and helping their race results skyrocket." -- Triathlon Magazine Canada "Getting faster doesn't have to cost more time and money; it simply takes more smarts. Enter Jim Gourley. He actually is a rocket scientist, and he brings his astronautical know-how to triathlons. He explains and compares the effects of triathlon gear and techniques like aero wheels, wetsuits, shaved legs, and the "drag flag" of your race number. Yes, there's science here. But if a triathlon doesn't scare you, you shouldn't be afraid of the basic physics in this book. As Gourley promises, "Free speed does exist. You just have to know where to find it." -- Experience Life magazine "An easy-to-read, witty book that will save you time and money." -- Jordan Rapp, 5-time Ironman champion "Any triathlete who is either racing for a front of the pack finish or just working to be the best they can be would enjoy this book immensely. Faster puts complicated science in terms that are easy to understand and then links it back to purchasing decisions." -- BreakingMuscle.com "Like Gourley, I'm a technologist and engineer " ¦[but] I don't enjoying reading scientific and technical papers. I'm more of the 'Speed for Dummies' type--just give me the facts and bottom line. No fluff. No boring details. And Gourley's book does just that. He breaks down all the concepts and make them easier to understand. Definitely worth a read and belongs to my book library." -- Minimalist Running "A fun approach to myth busting and how physics affects us athletes" ¦The cycling chapter brilliantly discusses the physics behind riding. You'll learn a lot about the forces acting on you as you ride, making decisions based on real-world conditions, and what the true value of expensive upgrades may be." -- Crossbikereview.com
Dewey Decimal
796.4257071
Table Of Content
Foreword Preface 1 Physics and the Triathlete The Triathlete's Battle Against the Universe Getting a Grip: The Importance of Friction Feel the Flow: A triathlete's introduction to aerodynamics 2 The Swim Jumping in Head First: How the smart triathlete uses their brain on the swim Everybody in the Water: The body and the medium Catching a Clue: Is it better to cup your hands or keep them flat? Fishtailing: The benefit of drafting other swimmers Salty Dogs and Flash Freezes: Is there really such a thing as "fast" water? Like a Sturgeon: Would I be faster if my suit had scales? 3 The Bike and Power Going in Circles: How the smart triathlete crushes the bike with brainpower Let's Roll: The body and the medium Knowing What's Watt: The fundamentals of power on the bike 4 The Bike and Aerodynamics A Weighty Matter: The (relative) benefit of lightening your load Mass Effect: The ups and downs of being heavier on descents Aero Head: The smart way to get fast Heads Up: The finer points about aero helmets Let's Have the "Crosswind Talk" Light at the End of the Tunnel: Comparing wind tunnel numbers Where the Rubber Hits the Road: Can my choice of tires really make me faster? 5The Run Looking at the Run like Never Before: As a physicist The Body & the Medium: The mechanics of running From Kenyans to Clydesdales: The secrets of running economy The Big Not-So-Easy: Heat dissipation versus athlete size Don't Stand So Close to Me: Can you really draft on the run? A Discussion Worth Repeating: Running on hills Hermes' Sandals What's to be gained from lighter shoes, shorts and shirts The Road Less Traveled: How treadmills, trails and beaches affect your run 6 A Scientific Approach to Racing Strategy Finding Your Happily-Ever-After: Looking at the race from start to finish Dropping (your concept of) the Hammer: How to finish faster by going slower It's the Economy, Stupid: What the smart athlete knows about pacing an Ironman effort Acknowledgments References Index About the Author
Synopsis
Every triathlete wants to get faster. But while training delivers big gains early on, eventually hard work only maintains the status quo. You can try to buy speed with gear upgrades, but costly high-tech equipment doesn't always deliver the results you're chasing. 'Faster' puts free speed at your fingertips. Aerospace engineer and seasoned triathlete Jim Gourley teaches athletes how to turn knowledge into power by exploring the forces that matter most in triathlon., Triathlon is among the world's most gear-intensive sports. The gear you select and how you use it can mean big results--or bigger disappointment. FASTER takes a scientific look at triathlon to see what truly makes you faster--and busts the myths and doublespeak that waste your money and race times. In this fascinating exploration of the forces at play in the swim-bike-run sport, astronautical engineer and triathlete Jim Gourley shows where to find free speed, speed on a budget, and the gear upgrades that are worth it. FASTER offers specific, science-based guidance on the fastest techniques and the most effective gear, answering questions like: Which wetsuit is best for me? What's the best way to draft a swimmer? Should I buy a lighter bike? Deep dish or disc wheels? Are lighter shoes faster? Who's right about running technique? Gourley reviews published studies in peer-reviewed journals to show what scientists have learned about swim drafting, pacing the bike leg, race strategy for short and long-course racing, and the fastest ways to handle transitions. FASTER will change how you think about your body, your gear, and the world around you. With science on your side, you'll make the smart calls that will make you a better, faster triathlete.
LC Classification Number
GV1060.73 .G68 2013
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