Can a road bike be effectively used for both road racing and time trials in wet weather, and if so, what modifications or adjustments would be necessary to ensure optimal performance and safety in such conditions?
For instance, would a single bike setup be suitable for both disciplines, or would it be better to have two separate setups, one optimized for road racing and the other for time trials?
What are the key considerations when choosing tires, wheels, and brake systems for a road bike intended for use in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials?
Are there any specific frame designs, materials, or geometries that would be more suitable for a road bike intended for use in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials?
How do the requirements for aerodynamics, handling, and stability change when riding a road bike in wet conditions during road racing versus time trials, and how can these requirements be balanced when setting up a single bike for both disciplines?
What are the implications of using a road bike with a more aggressive riding position, such as a time trial setup, in wet conditions during road racing, and are there any specific safety concerns that need to be addressed in such situations?
Can electronic groupsets be relied upon to function reliably in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials, or are there any specific precautions that need to be taken to ensure their continued operation?
Are there any specific maintenance or preparation tasks that need to be performed on a road bike before using it in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials, and are there any specific products or treatments that can be used to protect the bike and its components from the effects of water and moisture?
For instance, would a single bike setup be suitable for both disciplines, or would it be better to have two separate setups, one optimized for road racing and the other for time trials?
What are the key considerations when choosing tires, wheels, and brake systems for a road bike intended for use in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials?
Are there any specific frame designs, materials, or geometries that would be more suitable for a road bike intended for use in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials?
How do the requirements for aerodynamics, handling, and stability change when riding a road bike in wet conditions during road racing versus time trials, and how can these requirements be balanced when setting up a single bike for both disciplines?
What are the implications of using a road bike with a more aggressive riding position, such as a time trial setup, in wet conditions during road racing, and are there any specific safety concerns that need to be addressed in such situations?
Can electronic groupsets be relied upon to function reliably in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials, or are there any specific precautions that need to be taken to ensure their continued operation?
Are there any specific maintenance or preparation tasks that need to be performed on a road bike before using it in wet conditions during both road racing and time trials, and are there any specific products or treatments that can be used to protect the bike and its components from the effects of water and moisture?