Spinning Top / Torque

 

This is a short overview (goals, exercises) about combining the topic of torque with the practice of cycling.

Goal:

  • Students explain why bicycles stay stable during cycling (even during tight turns)

Exercises:

  • Trying to balance yourself while sitting on a standing bike vs. cycling on it
  • „Slow race(driving on a line/course as slow as possible)
  • Spinning  a wheel while sitting on a rotatable  chair

Link to image: Torque-Overview

Link to other lesson sketches: Cycling Topic Collection

 

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