Tri247 Highlights the Aero Advantage of EZ Hydro Gains

Tri247 recently published an in-depth article exploring the most aerodynamic ways to carry water during a triathlon and we’re thrilled to see the EZ Hydro Gains featured as a standout product in their analysis.

The article breaks down how seemingly small equipment choices can make a big difference on race day. Hydration, often seen as a practical necessity, is reframed here as a hidden opportunity for free speed if you get your positioning right.

Why Rear Bottle Placement Matters

According to independent testing and expert analysis featured in the article, rear-mounted hydration systems particularly those that position bottles flat and close to the saddle produce the smallest aerodynamic penalty. In some cases, they may even improve airflow and save you watts compared to carrying nothing at all.

"The bottle(s), provided they are as close as possible to the saddle and flat, act as a spoiler, making air pass more horizontally off the back."

— Ingmar Jungnickel, former aerodynamicist at Specialized

EZ Hydro Gains Validated by Performance

Tri247 points to a real-world example of this aerodynamic advantage. At the IRONMAN European Championships in Frankfurt, Kristian Høgenhaug used the EZ Hydro Gains rear bottle mount system during his record-setting bike split.

Designed to keep bottles flat and tucked behind the saddle, the Hydro Gains takes full advantage of aero principles. Testing at the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub shows the system can save up to 7 watts at 45 km/h compared to traditional rear mounts and even outperform setups that carry no water at all.

Simplicity Meets Speed

The article also discusses how bottle angle and rider posture are closely connected. As Brad DeVaney of Quintana Roo notes:

"If my chest is on an angle, I want my bottle on an angle."

That’s exactly what Hydro Gains was designed to support. It fits a wide range of saddles, stays snug at speed, and helps triathletes optimise both accessibility and aerodynamic performance.

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Read the full Tri247 article here