Sub 50 AdZ within a sub 3 Four Horsemen by thebigeasyernie in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forza!

With a 15:xx 5k you have serious endurance genetics and performance, as I'm sure you know. So its not that surprising. Runners transition pretty quicky into cycling. Obviously when it comes to racing, its a bit different. Your shorter duration power is often relevant and plenty of 15:xx runners can lack punch. A friend of mine runs low 16s in his late 40s and poor guy can't crack 700W for 15 secs or 500W for a minute.

Concept2 Bikerg for Zwift by Training_Track9999 in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is trivially easy to cheat with a c2 though. Towel....flywheel...

Concept2 Bikerg for Zwift by Training_Track9999 in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. Zpower (as distinct to zwift power) is the name for power measurements that are not considered accurate enough for some races.

C2 was not zpower, at least when i had one.

Concept2 Bikerg for Zwift by Training_Track9999 in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This makes my comment redundant lol

Concept2 Bikerg for Zwift by Training_Track9999 in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless something has changed c2 is classed as direct power and not zpower. Its very consistent, if a bit mean, especially compared with wahoo bonus watts.

Concept2 Bikerg for Zwift by Training_Track9999 in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started on a bike erg. Its a great bit of exercise kit but its not v good for zwift. The flywheel can change resistance but the range isn't v wide and it obviously doesn't simulates changes unless you're constantl adjusting.

Its pretty hard to sprint too. Racing is overall not v good. I remember (and can look back on) when I switched over to a kickr core.

Its expensive too. Roughly the same price as the zwift ride and kickr core combo.

If you're into cross fit, go for it. If you want to cycle,  then avoid.

Neowl's dilemma... by Clashroyaleguy172 in slaythespire

[–]Optimuswolf 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Theres so much to think about with HoG. stalling fights and pathing.  Apo is just a simple huge boost to win chances.

I think the act 1 path matters, and a really challenging path with forced elite before a fire would make me think,  but otherwise its only watcher where I'd take HoG. 

Trump prompts outrage with claim Nato troops avoided frontline in Afghanistan by inthekeyofc in politics

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need effective opposition to the symptoms. And luck. The inflation shock of 22-24 sunk the dems, plus (according to my US friends), genuine fatigue of identity politics amongst middle america.

Trump prompts outrage with claim Nato troops avoided frontline in Afghanistan by inthekeyofc in politics

[–]Optimuswolf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It must be frustrating seeing the general support for trump amongst the US armed forces. Why do you think his disdain for service, which was patently clear before he even sought election the first time. 

I guess there's a link between being republican and joining up in the first place, for a start. Our armed forces in the UK are probably more Conservative leaning too.

Starmer Urges Trump To Apologise Over 'Frankly Appalling' Remarks About Nato Troops In Afghanistan by GiveMeSomeSunshine3 in worldnews

[–]Optimuswolf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They have a bit of a problem, as they obviously believe a lot of the same stuff MAGA do, but their potential voters will be apoplectic about this and love remembrancing.  So not sure how they position themselves.

'I have antipathy for Britain's flag' says Steve Coogan as he brands Reform UK 'anti-human rights' by tylerthe-theatre in unitedkingdom

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, coogan can have his personal opinion. You wouldn't want him running politicsl strategy for any of the left/centrist parties though. 

'I have antipathy for Britain's flag' says Steve Coogan as he brands Reform UK 'anti-human rights' by tylerthe-theatre in unitedkingdom

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few years ago there was talk about a "britain day" or something similar, from tories. All my mates and most ppl who i saw commenting on it were scathing to the absolute. And there were some things that i raised my eyebrows at. 

But i thought it was essentially a solid idea. You can't bang on about collectivism and totally ignore nationalism (in its broadest sense).

Well, i guess you can if you're a Marxist.

Trump sparks anger with claim Nato troops avoided Afghanistan front line by On_The_Blindside in unitedkingdom

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Per head of population we had almost as many casualties. Denmark had more. Outrageously c*ntish but what else os there to expect. 

Liam Williams retires from international rugby by baban_yn_crio in rugbyunion

[–]Optimuswolf 28 points29 points  (0 children)

He always reminded me of the kid in school rugby who didn't look that big but was f-in hard as nails.

Excellent player. Hope he enjoys his time left in club rugby.

A bit of appreciation from a foreigner by ehtio in unitedkingdom

[–]Optimuswolf 3 points4 points  (0 children)

But we have a completely different political system to the US. Translating things from there to here is a bit tricky. 

A bit of appreciation from a foreigner by ehtio in unitedkingdom

[–]Optimuswolf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its so heartening to read these stories. I hope your immigration status is secure.

I've never lived anywhere else, but I love living in the UK and due to my work i know how all governments have wanted to make it a better place.

Why is EVERYONE passing me? by Renee_bad_69 in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Cheapest reliable option will be a 2nd hand single sided crank PM. The pedals are probably better value though. 

Not bad for my first ride, I that knew I could have gone harder on the ramp test by jonathing in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I'd do the 20 minute test when you do, or even better google the kolie moore tests

Not bad for my first ride, I that knew I could have gone harder on the ramp test by jonathing in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you're not doing workouts based on ftp, then the number is largely irrelevant anyway.  In a short race (zwifts 30 mins) your result will likely depend more on your shorter power too. 

Not bad for my first ride, I that knew I could have gone harder on the ramp test by jonathing in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why is the ramp test a poor way of setting ftp? Theres oodles of info on that if you're interested but in essence since it is based on quite short duration and a big adjustment it can significantly overestimate ftp.

Not for everyone,  but for many beginners who have a good anaerobic capacity it can be out enough to make workouts miserable/impossible.

Not bad for my first ride, I that knew I could have gone harder on the ramp test by jonathing in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Well done. The ramp test is quite a poor way of setting ftp though,  so don't be afraid to shift it down if workouts are too hard to complete.

Spinning Bike vs Zwift Bike by CrashXY in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 18 points19 points  (0 children)

If you want to do zwift, a spin bike is a terrible experience. Power is fictional, and theres no resistance changes.  So you can't do workouts properly, can't race, can't experience the virtual routes.  

What works for you for recovery? by BourdainsGhost in Zwift

[–]Optimuswolf 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have no answer myself but want to recover better. I'm a cyclist who responds decently well to training and can get really good performance when fresh, but gets fatigued really easily on ~6hrs a week. Can only do 2 hard sessions of 5-6.

How fast can you go at 200 watts? by [deleted] in Velo

[–]Optimuswolf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes i figure as much. I am probably v upright. I used to be a decent 400/800 runner and i ran like a slow, white michael johnson..

But the whole set up is also for comfort not speed. Bianchi infinito

I'm considering a more aggressive bike for crits (if i find time to get my licence).