The Real Reason Pros Are Going Shorter

Should you switch to shorter bicycle cranks, or is the current trend just hype? This video dives into the scientific research to reveal that the real advantages aren't about 'free power,' but are instead linked to improved biomechanics, comfort, and the ability to achieve a more aerodynamic position. 🛒 AFFILIATE LINKS & DISCOUNT CODES 👇 ➡️ Access all my affiliate links and discount codes here: https://linktr.ee/BikesbyMike 🙏 Super Thanks 💰 If you're enjoying the content and would like to support the channel, Super Thanks button is available below the video—totally optional, but always appreciated! This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I’ll receive a small commission. These links are no cost to you and a way to help support the channel. ⏰ TIMECODES ⏰ 00:00 Outtake 00:26 Intro 03:48 What the Research Says 07:37 Why the Trend to Shorter Cranks? 09:56 Shorter Cranks & My Pedal Strokel 12:31 Should YOU Go Shorter? 🎶 MUSIC 👇 ➜ Bikes by Mike Intro Scene “5 Cents Back” by Jason Shaw on AudionautiX: https://audionautix.com/ Free to use as per Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music unaltered 🔊SOUND EFFECTS 👇 ➜ “Audio Cable Connector Noise, Glitch 3” by https://zapsplat.com Free to use when crediting creator ➜ “390145__cuddlenucks__glitchy-tape.wav” by CuddleNucks at freesound.org Licensed under CC0 1.0 (https://creativecommons.org/publicdom...) Unmodified/original version ➜ “Tennis Ball Hits the Ground 01” by Sound Effects + Standard License, Finnolia Productions Inc. House and Office, Sound Effect SFX 41802465 ➜ “Fishing Reel Fast” by Sound Effects + Standard License, Finnolia Productions Inc. House and Office, Sound Effect SFX 41498102 ➜ “Bicycle rear derailleur by savvah” -- https://freesound.org/s/324268/ -- License: Attribution 4.0