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San Diego wind tunnel

Cyclists in Wind tunnel fan at testing facilities in San Diego

The impressive wind tunnel fan at testing facilities in San Diego. Lindsey Underwood, Alison Shanks, Craig Palmer and Jesse Sergent visited to test their aerodynamic performance.

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Published: 22 February 2011Size: 23.73 KB
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