Conditions could have been worse? That's why a power meter is helpful. Either you have put out more power or not - finish time becomes irrelevant.Derny Driver wrote:That's good linds but remember your improved times are now due to 80mm front wheel, better aerodynamics and a sperm helmet. So you haven't actually improved at all.
So keep focusing on the non-equipment improvements in pacing, training etc.
How to train for 20km TT
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Mon Dec 08, 2014 8:58 am
Having said that I have also recently seen improvement my ftp (10 minute variety) on the stationary bike - but now my focus is on more structured training on the road.
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Postby mikesbytes » Mon Dec 08, 2014 9:15 pm
Improvements will become harder and smaller as you get faster. Train well and be patient, conditions are a variable as you know.
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Mon Dec 08, 2014 10:50 pm
I'm enjoying it as much as ever so will keep seeking improvement.
What do you think would be more valuable to see further improvement?
A TT bike and professional fit
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a power meter?
If the latter - what reasonably affordable, good enough, options are out there that would be transferable across bikes?
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Thu Jan 01, 2015 6:20 pm
I am hoping I can kill 2 birds with one stone? Can this be realistically done?
I want good quality HR, speed, distance, maybe cadence, stop watch, ability to download to PC to analyse ride, maybe option for power later on.
I understand there are quite good apps for cyclists and phones that will receive signals (ANT etc) from the bike.
What have people found to be a good combination of phone, app and bike gear for the kind of data that I am after?
This kit will be used on my new Giant Trinity TT bike-which is yet to have a proper tryout.
Thanks for any advice/tips.
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Postby mikesbytes » Fri Jan 02, 2015 12:48 am
1. Water protection
2. ANT compatibility and if its a plug-in does that reduce your water protection?
3. Size, will the phone including a cover if your using one fit comfortably on the stem?
4. Readability. You will need to set the screen to not power down and the phone not to lock, so you can read it for the entire ride/race and in this setup how long will the battery last?
And what about other sensors apart from GPS speed and heart rate. For example wheel speed, cadence and later on power
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Fri Jan 02, 2015 5:48 pm
I have done some google research. If I need to have a new bike unit and a new phone then budget becomes more important.
The Garmin 500 or 510 look ok and have all the features I would need.
A second hand 500 is reasonably affordable but the 510 seems to have much better GPS accuracy.
I see that these units can use an optional 'speed/cadence' sensor - why do they need a speed sensor if they have GPS I wonder?
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Postby dalai47 » Fri Jan 02, 2015 9:06 pm
GPS isn't very accurate...linds wrote:I see that these units can use an optional 'speed/cadence' sensor - why do they need a speed sensor if they have GPS I wonder?
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Postby mikesbytes » Fri Jan 02, 2015 9:08 pm
You can always buy the cadence unit later, ditto with a heart rate strap.
I'm still using my original garmin heart rate strap, so as far as I'm concerned its a good buy.
How much is a package (computer, heart rate strap, sensor) ?
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Tue Jan 20, 2015 6:37 pm
27-12-14; 29.25 Actually did a PB ( prev best 29.37) by 12 seconds on this ride with road wheels having only spent a couple of hours on the bike. Neck stiff and sore after ride from the extreme 'looking up' posture of new position.
4-4-2015; 29.36 Full TT gear on this ride, very hot and humid conditions.. Neck sore.
19-1-2015; 28.48 Satisfying PB by 37 seconds. I did not expect to get into the 28's this soon. Ave speed 37.5kph. Body is getting used to the new position as I am able to stay in race position the entire ride. Neck a little sore but not too bad now.
Goal by years end; to be riding under 28. At the moment this feels a little conservative
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Mon Sep 14, 2015 9:35 am
My goal for between now and May is to break 40kph over 16km. This may be hampered by the foot.
In terms of training and general health;
Look at getting some personal coaching from a local pro rider.
Get a power meter
resume gym for core and general strength training
Look to improve sleep habits
Look to improve diet
Looking forward to this challenge
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby Alex Simmons/RST » Mon Sep 14, 2015 10:02 am
As for coach, suggest a pro coach rather than a pro rider.
And TT speed is a direct function of power and aerodynamics, so the latter usually needs attention as well.
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby dalai47 » Mon Sep 14, 2015 8:11 pm
Could try to drop your head and turtle?
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby dalai47 » Mon Sep 14, 2015 9:37 pm
Linds looks like a tall lad. Probably can't go further forward courtesy of the UCI... I lost a few more cm when they introduced the latest changes with the measurement to the tip of the levers rather than pivot point!Derny Driver wrote:Stem or top tube looks too short. I don't like the 88-90 degree elbow angle. Should be more like 100 ??
Old photo before I had to swap out the bars (again courtesy of the UCI), but might give a better view in regards to head position and elbow bend.
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby toolonglegs » Mon Sep 14, 2015 10:19 pm
Yeah my bike became illegal with that change ... if I bring back my arms 2 cms my knees hit my elbows even more!. Not all of us can afford or want to afford electronic shiftingdalai47 wrote:Linds looks like a tall lad. Probably can't go further forward courtesy of the UCI... I lost a few more cm when they introduced the latest changes with the measurement to the tip of the levers rather than pivot point!
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Mon Sep 14, 2015 10:33 pm
Thks for the feedback and pic. Yes I am limited by UCI measurements and have the saddle fairly forward...I am 192cm or abt 6'4". I may try some better aero bars with more adjustment at some stage though.dalai47 wrote:Linds looks like a tall lad. Probably can't go further forward courtesy of the UCI... I lost a few more cm when they introduced the latest changes with the measurement to the tip of the levers rather than pivot point!Derny Driver wrote:Stem or top tube looks too short. I don't like the 88-90 degree elbow angle. Should be more like 100 ??
Old photo before I had to swap out the bars (again courtesy of the UCI), but might give a better view in regards to head position and elbow bend.
The helmet fits a bit better than it looks in that shot, usually, per other photos ...will have to do for now.
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Re: How to train for 20km TT
Postby linds » Mon Sep 14, 2015 10:41 pm
It is the first TT bike I have had so not much to compare it to and the choice was easy to make as it was the only TT bike that was big enough for me in the local area that I could try before buying. However I have been happy with it and how my body has adapted to it. I have noticed that it is a bit on the heavy side compared to some of the higher end bikes but that is not usually a critical factor in TT.JdM wrote:Linds how have you found the Giant thus far?
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