Riding in groups - semi-vent

[Eden]

Now I'm a little confused.

Everyone I've asked has told me that the front rider does not work any harder if someone is drafting. They take turns because the front person gets tired faster because they're the only one in the group NOT drafting off someone else.

I've also been told that drafting reduces the amount of effort required by about 30 percent.

Anyone else have any facts about this?

Yes - you are correct, the person in the front does not work any harder when they have someone drafting them than they would have to if they were alone.