Race Lab™
Engineering Performance. Redefining Possibility.
At Raymund Afoakwa Consulting, we don’t just work in cycling — we engineer it.
Operating under our technical division, Race Lab™, we specialise in high-performance research and development, aerodynamic optimisation, and strategic product validation for professional cycling teams, national federations, and elite athletes worldwide.
Our mission is simple:
To turn engineering into performance by bridging the gap between scientific innovation and real-world racing.
We are not a “brand” in the traditional sense. We are an engineering consultancy and innovation partner, working behind the scenes to help teams and manufacturers create faster, lighter, and more efficient equipment — validated through data, tested under race conditions, and developed in direct collaboration with riders and performance engineers.
Our Expertise
1. Aerodynamics & Performance Engineering
We design and execute aerodynamic testing programmes across CFD, wind tunnel, and real-world track environments. From frame shapes to rider positioning, we quantify every watt of drag — transforming theory into measurable speed.
Our work integrates Streamlines Aero, Body Rocket, and Race Lab™ proprietary protocols to provide the most complete aerodynamic validation system available.
2. Frame & Component Development
Through Race Lab™, we design and produce next-generation racing frames and components that redefine performance limits.
Our UCI-approved Supermond track frame, co-developed with Dr Sosan Cheon (Wheel Lab Korea) and Yucca Doyan, represents the pinnacle of this engineering philosophy — merging advanced materials, structural innovation, and aerodynamic efficiency.
3. Sensor Integration & Data Systems
We collaborate with cutting-edge technology partners such as Body Rocket (live saddle pressure & stability sensors), FLO Bio (sweat and biomarker analysis), and Hezo Cycling (3D-printed custom shoes) to integrate sensor-based data directly into training and fit analysis.
This allows us to deliver a holistic picture of athlete performance — from biomechanics to physiology and equipment behaviour.
4. Product Validation & Technical Consultancy
We support leading brands with technical validation, field testing, and product certification, including wheel systems, tyres, and drivetrain components.
Our clients gain the credibility of real-world R&D data — validated to the same standards as elite competition.
5. Bespoke Development Projects
If it doesn’t exist, we build it.
From custom track wheels and aerodynamic cockpits to tandem race frames for national para-cycling teams, we create tailored solutions designed to meet the exact demands of each discipline and athlete.
Who We Work With
We’re proud to partner with and support:
Team GB (British Cycling)
Belgian Paralympic Cycling Team
Korean and Taiwanese National Federations
Teambialini.eu
Pogi Team Gusto Ljubljana
And collaborate with leading innovators, including:
Wheel Lab Korea, Hezo Cycling, FMB Tires, FLO Bio, Wove Saddles, TriRig, and D.I.D. Chains.
Our riders include Olympic Champion Elia Viviani, Tim Wafler, and numerous national-level athletes across Europe and Asia — all riding and validating our technology in real competition.
Our Approach
Every project begins with a single principle — performance by design.
We combine engineering precision, scientific validation, and athlete insight to create a continuous-improvement feedback loop.
By partnering with Raymund Afoakwa Consulting, you don’t just gain access to products — you gain access to a performance ecosystem, where data, experience, and a relentless pursuit of marginal gains back every decision.
Let’s Redefine What’s Possible
Whether you’re a national federation preparing for the next Olympic cycle, a professional team looking to elevate equipment performance, or a brand seeking R&D partnership, Race Lab™ is your bridge between innovation and competition.
Custom Manufacturing Solutions
RaceLab™, the specialist engineering arm of Raymund Afoakwa Consulting, offers bespoke manufacturing solutions designed for the exacting demands of performance cyclists, professional teams, and national federations.
We specialise in titanium and carbon fabrication, as well as advanced 3D printing, to produce precision-engineered components, frames, and performance parts that push the limits of speed, weight, and aerodynamics.
From custom geometry frames and one-off design concepts to ultra-lightweight, race-optimised components, every RaceLab™ creation blends cutting-edge innovation with uncompromising craftsmanship.
Whether for pro-level competition, aerodynamic testing, or elite training environments, RaceLab™ delivers the tools and performance edge that set athletes apart on the world stage.