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Just completed this about three hours ago.  I would say the 295 was pretty generous for my fitness last summer; I hadn't tested since Nov 2012 and I was pretty run focused last year.

All of that Suffering for 9 freakin' watts!!!!  Doesn't seem like much.  I know it matters, but it still doesn't seem like it.  :-)

It's similar to FTP in that its supposed the be the HR that you can hold for an hour before you start to crack.  For those without power meters, you can make training zones based off this number.  

For example mine looks like this:

I don't use this as I've been using TR's virtual power and a powercal.  By the end of this week I'll have a wheel built up with a PT hub, so I can ride with actual power full time.

If you have power then HR isn't necessarily needed at all, but for me it's good feedback to see what's going on with my body on days where I'm either killing a workout or not doing very well.

Before I got into TrainerRoad I did train by HR for two years with a fair amount of success.  Basically during races I would aim for my HR to be around 170 and not creep above 175 for too long.

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by msteiner

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by popsracer

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by popsracer New gear is always fun.  What kind of shoes did you get?

I went with the Zoot Ultra TT 7.0

Sean, one of the shoe sites said to size up 1/2 size on these.  Did you find them true to size?

I like that these have 10mm offset.  The new Pearl Izumi is only 1mm.

I had read the same, but some folks said they're sized to be worn without socks, which I plan on doing. So I ordered my asics size. I'll let you know when I get them if they fit or not.

A couple of years ago I raced a season with the Zoot TT 4.0, and while I tried other shoes since that one, it was my favorite shoe I wore for a long time.  Now when I run I use the Nike Free 4.0 with speed laces.  I'd bet I would be just as happy with the Zoots, but they're harder to get here, which is what prompted my switch in the first place.

Do you even Amazon, bro? I've gotten really used to Amazon and their awesome free returns policy. They even have fedex or whoever pick up the return at your front door. It's actually easier than finding the time to go to a store. Glad to hear you liked them! Edit: And they're only $70 on Amazon whereas the MSRP is $120

Sweet!! Amazon had my size for $53.98 including shipping.   I always support my LRS but they don't carry Zoots. 

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by msteiner

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by popsracer

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by popsracer New gear is always fun.  What kind of shoes did you get?

I went with the Zoot Ultra TT 7.0

Sean, one of the shoe sites said to size up 1/2 size on these.  Did you find them true to size?

I like that these have 10mm offset.  The new Pearl Izumi is only 1mm.

I had read the same, but some folks said they're sized to be worn without socks, which I plan on doing. So I ordered my asics size. I'll let you know when I get them if they fit or not.

A couple of years ago I raced a season with the Zoot TT 4.0, and while I tried other shoes since that one, it was my favorite shoe I wore for a long time.  Now when I run I use the Nike Free 4.0 with speed laces.  I'd bet I would be just as happy with the Zoots, but they're harder to get here, which is what prompted my switch in the first place.

Do you even Amazon, bro? I've gotten really used to Amazon and their awesome free returns policy. They even have fedex or whoever pick up the return at your front door. It's actually easier than finding the time to go to a store. Glad to hear you liked them! Edit: And they're only $70 on Amazon whereas the MSRP is $120

Steve shops at lululemon, remember?

Yeah. I've actually lost some respect for Brenda. 

And where  is that quote at? 

In general she's not really in an anti-Nike battle. It's about USATF. 

I love how loud Symmonds and Fleshman have been about this. 

BTW I know the secret location of the oiselle storefront It is here, as I suspected (which totally makes sense.) Seattle trip soon?

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by msteiner

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by popsracer

Originally posted by Jet Black

Originally posted by popsracer New gear is always fun.  What kind of shoes did you get?

I went with the Zoot Ultra TT 7.0

Sean, one of the shoe sites said to size up 1/2 size on these.  Did you find them true to size?

I like that these have 10mm offset.  The new Pearl Izumi is only 1mm.

I had read the same, but some folks said they're sized to be worn without socks, which I plan on doing. So I ordered my asics size. I'll let you know when I get them if they fit or not.

A couple of years ago I raced a season with the Zoot TT 4.0, and while I tried other shoes since that one, it was my favorite shoe I wore for a long time.  Now when I run I use the Nike Free 4.0 with speed laces.  I'd bet I would be just as happy with the Zoots, but they're harder to get here, which is what prompted my switch in the first place.

Do you even Amazon, bro? I've gotten really used to Amazon and their awesome free returns policy. They even have fedex or whoever pick up the return at your front door. It's actually easier than finding the time to go to a store. Glad to hear you liked them! Edit: And they're only $70 on Amazon whereas the MSRP is $120

Steve shops at lululemon, remember?

 

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Nice going! Many people would be quite happy with a 3 as the first digit, even when it's in TR wattage.

It's off-season, I'm not thinking w/kg either. From what I've seen, TR tends to overestimate some, though not always. Would be interesting to see exactly, but higher 200's is probably fair. The power under acceleration depends on how advanced the software is. Some do actually take the rate of change into account for their estimations, though lesser ones will only use current speed.

I've been using TR for indoors and a Powercal for outdoors for about a year now.  I have a PT wheel being built up this weekend, so next week I'll get to see how my real power translates.  I'll definitely be sure to report on it.  During my last 20 minute test the Powercal and TR matched, but it will be interesting to see how close real world power is.

Have you tried this before? Thinking that you were one of the exceptions and had the PT show a bit more power than TR did.

Radio Shack files for bankruptcy and Lance Armstrong is in trouble again.  Coincidence or not?  Discuss.

Nearly 100 years for Radio Shack. It was a good run, but time has passed them by. Somewhat sad for RS, but not unexpected.

LA is simply sad. He needs to step up like Johnny Manziel and get the help he really needs. And there is a sentence I never thought I would utter.

It's really hard to like or forgive Lance.

Agreed. And you can't deny his talent, but the rest of the package... Well, it is all sad, especially when you factor in LiveStrong. The man is a walking enigma.

Originally posted by Richardsdrr Drive by posting..... Went to the cardiologist Thursday, gave the all clear to train again. MMmmmm, currently on a 37 day streak I have been given permission by DW to go on holiday on my own if I pay for her, the cherubs and her friend to go off somewhere. So, I get to go to the south of France in May for a week triathlon training camp I'm going here... http://www.les-stables.com/At £290.00 per week, I think it's a good deal. I'm mainly going for the swim video analysis, but the other training should pay dividends too. I've priced up swim analysis over here in the UK, but By the time you factor in travel, it's not far off half the cost of this week. I can get flights super cheap for this trip also, at only £55.00 return. Super excited. I tried to watch some of that super bowl last week. So boring to me. Apologies if I offend, but I don't get where the excitement comes from. It seems you have a few minutes of setting up for all of 10-20 seconds of action before it has to reset again. Perhaps I'd get it if I were to see a real game with someone explaining what was going on and I'm able to feel when something's heating up. Our "Super Bowl" is happening tonight. The most important match for any Welsh man (and woman). Wales v England at home in Cardiff at Rugby. There will be a few sore heads tomorrow. Unfortunately I'm working, but I'll try to steal a few glances at the game when I can. It's a good job I'm abstaining from alcohol until after my marathon. #Lastly, why is it that dogs think you're playing when trying to put your trainers on to go for a run. At least I got some pre run stretching in, thanks Lucy.

Too much awesomeness for one post!!!!!!!!!! First I am super jealous of your tri camp in the South of France!!!!!!! And what a price?! Will you pay for my "holiday" too?! 

As for the Super Bowl, yeah it's an American thing. Rugby players are way tougher!!!!!!!!

And Lucy? Well if I'm putting on my "trainers" two of the three dogs go nuts wanting to be the one to run with me, the other couldn't care less. Now if I'm on the floor stretching or rolling, well that's a horse of a different colo(u)r. Then I have three dogs and two cats wanting to play.

Exactly. Such a waste of talent. As for RS, that was a long slow death. The stores have been empty for years. They could have kept up but they chose to stock outdated technologies.

I need to work that out! Between the new roasting/tasting room and the new Oiselle store I NEED TO VISIT!!!!!!!

ETA: A new coffe shop opened up in ABQ that I must check out with DS2 before he leaves   They posted this picture the other day. They were having a cupping session to test new coffees for the shop.

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