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2012-08-26 4:22 PM

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Subject: Getting Power
I'm thinking it's time to get some power.  Going to sell my road bike and a set of race wheels and get a wheel with power tap and an aero front for my tri bike.  I figure, when I'm done with triathlons, I can sell the set up and buy another road bike.  Was thinking quality wheel with power tap on back that I can put a wheel cover on...and then a zipp (or similar) for the front.  Doing IMLP next year.  Might try and look for a quality used one on ebay.  Any advice?  Suggestions?  

2012-08-26 4:59 PM
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Subject: RE: Getting Power
Have you seen the Look keo power? Looks pretty sweet. I cant speak from experience, i never tried that nor any other power meter. On a side note, ive been searching and can't find a straight forward to what are the advantages of training with power vs, well everything?
2012-08-26 6:22 PM
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Subject: RE: Getting Power

I have basically what you describe.  A Mavic Open Pro wheel with a Powertap and a cover for it for races.  My front is a FLO 60.  It's a great setup and I'm very happy with it.

Look for a good used wireless PT (make sure it's ANT+ if it's an older model) in a decent wheel and you will be set.  Make sure the wheel isn't on the incompatible list for Wheelbuilder.com (and that your bike isn't either...).

Good luck!

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