Episodes

  • The Aero Round Table # 2 - Aerodynamic products - the greatest benefit at the lowest cost

    The Aero Round Table # 2 - Aerodynamic products - the greatest benefit at the lowest cost
    Jun 26 2024
    Have you ever wondered what a #helmet, a #trisuit , aero socks or calf sleeves really bring on the table when it comes to saving serious watts? Well, here you´ll get all the answers. The second episode is all about comparing aero gadgets based on the greatest benefit at the lowest price. Enjoy the second episode of our podcast special, that definitely makes you faster.
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    12 mins
  • The Aero Round Table # 1 - Why is aerodynamic optimization so important for amateurs?

    The Aero Round Table # 1 - Why is aerodynamic optimization so important for amateurs?
    Jun 5 2024
    In this special series four engineers from Swiss Side discuss five of the most relevant topics in the world of cycling. The topic of the first episode is hotly debated among age groupers: Most amateur athletes think they are too slow and aerodynamic optimisations on the bike are just important for professional athletes. Why is this assumption wrong and why is aerodynamic optimization so important for amateurs too? Well, here you´ll get all the answers. Enjoy the first episode of our podcast special, that makes you faster.
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    11 mins
  • # 11 - Swiss InSide x Larry Warbasse

    # 11 - Swiss InSide x Larry Warbasse
    May 1 2024
    Larry gives us a lot of insights about the life of a pro cyclist in the world tour. Larry is looking back on a long career while being only 33 years old. We talked about safety aspects, the importance of being aero, what changed the world of cycling in the past years and about his experiences with material over the years.
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    48 mins
  • # 10 - Socks, Calf Sleeves & Tri Suites - AERO textiles equal faster times?

    # 10 - Socks, Calf Sleeves & Tri Suites - AERO textiles equal faster times?
    Mar 27 2024
    „What I love about what we do at Swiss Side: If it doesn't bring performance, if it's not relevant technology, it doesn't get to market. And the whole team stands behind that approach. And again, I keep saying it, that's our promise to our customers, because our customers are spending a lot of their hard-earned money on their passion on these products, and they don't want to be cheated. And I don't want to be cheated as a consumer.“ Jean-Paul Ballard, CEO of Swiss Side
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    33 mins
  • # 9 Swiss Side x The World Of Triathlon - New Races, Sponsorship Insights & Chickens In A Wind Tunnel

    # 9 Swiss Side x The World Of Triathlon - New Races, Sponsorship Insights & Chickens In A Wind Tunnel
    Mar 14 2024
    We are back with season number 2, hyped and ready for a year full of highlights. We start with an episode dedicated to triathlon and besides talking about our roster and our new athletes, JP is giving you insights from a sponsorship view. Find out more about the opportunities of the new race series like the PTO100 and what aero experiments we may expect to see this year. To round up this first episode we have some funny stories from the past. If you want to hear what @janvan has experienced with a chicken in the wind tunnel and why the crew and Daniela Bleymehl almost flew away while aero-testing, listen to our new podcast episode on the platform oof your choice.
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    29 mins
  • # 8 The Ironman Hawaii 2023 - Race Summary And The Bottle Problem

    # 8 The Ironman Hawaii 2023 - Race Summary And The Bottle Problem
    Nov 23 2023
    On October 14th, Lucy Charles Barclay broke the course record and became world champion, Anne Haug, who was also in the wind tunnel with Swiss Side ran to second place and our Swiss Side Pro Athlete Laura Philipp became 3rd in the world. We also had Daniela Ryf with her custom made cockpit in 5th position and Lisa Norden with the complete Swiss Side Setup was 9th in the race. A great outcome for our women. We talk about the big show, about drafting, safety and of course about the bottle-gate
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    27 mins
  • # 7 Gravel Meets Aero

    # 7 Gravel Meets Aero
    Nov 14 2023
    How important is aerodynamics in the world of Gravel Cycling? You guessed absolutely correct: It can be as important as it is in Road Cycling. In this episode, Jean-Paul Ballard gives you the most important insights about the right Gravel-Setup for every possible scenario.
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    23 mins
  • #6 The Canyon CFR Track, Swiss Side from head to toe & a look into the future

    #6 The Canyon CFR Track, Swiss Side from head to toe & a look into the future
    Aug 24 2023
    2 weeks ago our partners from canyon introduced the Speedmax CFR Track. Crafted in collaboration with pro riders and our expertise, this velodrome masterpiece is one topic we are talking about in this episode. We also illuminate why Swiss Side stands for research and development and we will take a little look into the future of riders set-ups, the Ironman World Champs in Nice and a lot more.
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    29 mins