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Old 07-01-2009, 08:04 PM   #30 (permalink)
Bicycle Bob
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I'm still waiting for the reference on that "ideal" 2.5: 1 teardrop. My many other sources all say that trying to proceed from 5:1 to 3:1 will almost inevitably cause separation. And what if there is any modification to the forebody shape, for wheels or other practical considerations?
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