Measuring performance where it truly matters: on the road

At Bike Speed Lab, we develop and operate advanced measurement technology dedicated to understanding the resistances that affect a cyclist's motion. Our approach is built on a clear conviction: real performance cannot be accurately assessed solely in a wind tunnel or a closed laboratory.

Road conditions, velodrome dynamics, weather, equipment choices, and rider positioning are decisive variables that can only be captured through dynamic, real-world measurement.

A scientific approach applied to real conditions

Our technology enables direct, field-based analysis of cycling performance by measuring rolling resistance through the interaction of wheels, tyres, pressure and drivetrain, while simultaneously assessing the impact of rider positioning and the global aerodynamics of the bike–rider system. These measurements also account for environmental variations such as temperature, surface quality, and speed.

Rather than isolating a single parameter, Bike Speed Lab focuses on the complete interaction between rider, bike, and environment, delivering an accurate and directly actionable view of real-world performance.

A technology complementary — and sometimes superior — to the wind tunnel

The wind tunnel remains a valuable tool for controlled aerodynamic analysis. However, it quickly reaches its limits when it comes to measuring true rolling resistance, accounting for dynamic deformations of the bike–rider system, testing fully rideable, real-world configurations, or replicating actual racing and training conditions.

Bike Speed Lab goes beyond these constraints by delivering operational data that can be directly used by teams, athletes, and manufacturers.

Technology proven at the highest level

Bike Speed Lab technology is used in professional and elite environments, both in road cycling and track cycling, including controlled velodrome testing. It is also integrated into advanced equipment development protocols and applied to individual performance optimisation at the highest level.

Beyond athlete support, Bike Speed Lab works with some of the leading brands in the cycling industry, contributing directly to the development and validation of next-generation bike frames.

Through high-precision road and velodrome measurements, we support R&D teams by comparing frame geometries and design concepts, quantifying aerodynamic and mechanical gains that translate into real performance, validating technical choices before industrialisation, and confronting simulations, bench tests, and wind tunnel results with real-world data.

Close collaboration with professional cycling teams

Bike Speed Lab also collaborates with several top-tier professional cycling teams competing at the highest international level. For strategic reasons and in line with existing agreements, these partnerships remain strictly confidential.

This work focuses in particular on race equipment optimisation, aerodynamic rider positioning, the validation of technical choices in real riding conditions, and the pursuit of marginal gains at very high speeds.

Fast, actionable data analysis

A core pillar of Bike Speed Lab is its dedicated web-based interface, designed to provide clear, fast, and actionable access to data.

The platform allows immediate visualisation of results after each test session, enables simple comparisons between configurations such as frames, wheels, rider positions and tyres, facilitates interpretation for engineers, performance staff and athletes, and significantly reduces the time between testing and technical decision-making.

The objective is straightforward: reduce data complexity to accelerate technical decisions.

A testing capacity far beyond traditional wind tunnels

While wind tunnel testing is constrained by cost, availability, and logistics, Bike Speed Lab stands out through its ability to test a large number of riders within a short time frame.

This approach makes it possible to run multiple test sessions with rapid iterations, evaluate different rider profiles within the same day, build large and comparable datasets, and validate performance trends quickly across meaningful sample sizes.

This ability to scale real-world performance measurement while maintaining a high level of precision is one of Bike Speed Lab's key advantages over traditional testing methods.

From data to performance

Bike Speed Lab technology has also supported elite athletes during major performance preparations, including international time trial objectives, where every detail and every watt matter.

An analysis platform built for decision-making

Bike Speed Lab is not just about measurement. It also delivers reproducible testing protocols, clear and reliable data interpretation, robust comparisons, and direct support for technical decision-making.

Each test has a single objective: turn raw data into measurable performance gains.

FAQ – Bike Speed Lab Technology

What does Bike Speed Lab measure exactly?

Bike Speed Lab measures the resistances that affect real cycling performance, including rolling resistance, the global aerodynamics of the bike–rider system, rider positioning, and the influence of environmental factors such as temperature, surface quality, and speed.

How is Bike Speed Lab different from a wind tunnel?

Unlike wind tunnels, which operate in controlled and static environments, Bike Speed Lab measures performance in real-world conditions on the road and on velodromes. This allows the capture of rolling resistance, dynamic behaviour, and fully rideable configurations that directly reflect actual performance.

Who uses Bike Speed Lab technology?

Bike Speed Lab is used by professional and elite athletes, cycling brands, and several top-level professional teams. Some collaborations remain confidential due to strategic and contractual agreements.

Can Bike Speed Lab support bike frame and equipment development?

Yes. Bike Speed Lab works with leading manufacturers to support the development and validation of future bike frames and components. The technology helps R&D teams compare designs, validate technical choices, and confirm real-world performance before industrialisation.

How are test results analysed and delivered?

All measurements are processed through a dedicated web-based platform that provides fast visualisation, clear comparisons between configurations, and actionable insights to accelerate technical decision-making.