Why Do Cyclists Shave Their Legs?
Cyclists shave their legs primarily for three practical reasons: easier post-crash road-rash treatment (cleaning a wound is much easier without hair), faster massage after long rides (massage oil glides better), and easier kinesio-tape application. The aerodynamic gain is real but tiny (~5 watts at 40 km/h). The cultural reason is also real: in pro cycling, … Read more