What is the Calibration factor?

What is the Calibration factor?

The calibration factor results from the calibration of the Notio so that the pitot tube measures the wind as accurately as possible.

The calibration factor is used in the calculation of the CdA and the wind. The way the wind comes into contact with each cyclist is different and varies depending on the cyclist (height, weight) and the position of the Notio on the bike (position on the bar/handlebar, height from the wheel).

Once the calibration factor has been found, there is no need to change it unless the Notio or cockpit configuration changes (i.e. stack, angle, etc.).

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