It IS proven more aerodynamic but the savings are small.
It IS easier to massage but I don't get massages.
Is IS better for wounds as you are less likely to get infection without hair around the area.
It is rumoured to be better in a crash as the hair doesn't grip the road/track so much.
There is a psychological aspect to it. "I've shaved down. I have to be fast!"
The real reasons most people shave their legs down though are these:
To fit into the roadie group you have to shave down (though I never used to.. until a big race).
I'll come clean. I do. But, I am roadie scum.
It IS proven more aerodynamic but the savings are small.
It IS easier to massage but I don't get massages.
Is IS better for wounds as you are less likely to get infection without hair around the area.
It is rumoured to be better in a crash as the hair doesn't grip the road/track so much.
There is a psychological aspect to it. "I've shaved down. I have to be fast!"
The real reasons most people shave their legs down though are these:
Try it. :)